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Cajun Red Beans And Rice Recipe

• 1 Pound(s) ............... Beans, small red
• 2 Pound(s) ............... Kielbasa (Hot or Mild)
• 1 Cup(s) ............... Celery, 1 cup diced
• 2 Medium ............... Pepper green, 1 medium
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) ........... Cloves, whole
• 1 teaspoon(s) ............. Chili powder
• 2 Piece(s) ................ Bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon(s)............ Oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon(s)............ Thyme, ground
• 1/4 teaspoon(s)............ Cayenne pepper
• 2 Cup(s)................... Rice white long-grain uncooked

NOTE: Make sure you use small red beans, they are labeled that way on the package. DO NOT use pinto or kidney beans they are too large, but can be used if you prefer them, recipe will have a differnt flavor. Small pink beans are a good sub if necessary. Use spicy sausage, Hot links are a good choice if you like this recipe hot. Hot summer sausage is also a good choice. Do not add more than 5 whole cloves.

Cook beans according to package directions, do not drain. Add sausage and rest of ingredients except rice. Bring to a boil, then slow simmer for at least 2 hours. Ideal for crockpot. See crockpot instructions at end of recipe. Crush 4 or 5 serving spoonfuls of beans to thicken if necessary. Prior to serving cook rice according to package directions. Serve beans over rice with garlic bread and green salad.

Crockpot instructions: THE NIGHT BEFORE: Put dry red beans in crockpot; fill with water halfway, turn on low and let cook all night, optional add a bouquet garni in cheesecloth of crushed garlic, bay leaves and cracked or whole pepper. The next morning, discard bouquet garni if used, add rest of ingredients and more water if necessary. Cook on low until dinnertime. Cook rice and serve.
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