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Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time1 Hr 0 Min

Ready In1 Hr 10 MinDifficulty LevelEasy

Health IndexAverageServings6

CuisineAmericanCourseMain Dish

TasteSavourMethodSimmered

DishRiceMain IngredientBean, Beans

Ingredients

	Red beans	31 Ounce, undrained (Two 15.5 Ounce . Cans, May Use Pinto Beans, Kidney Beans, Chili Beans - But No Beans That Have Been Already Flavored With Spices)
	Butter	1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), melted (Half Stick)
	Chopped celery	1 Cup (16 tbs)
	Chopped onion	1 Cup (16 tbs)
	Sliced green onion	1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
	Chopped green bell pepper	1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
	Garlic	2 Clove (10 gm), minced
	Diced cooked ham	5 Ounce (May Use Hormels Canned Smoked Ham / Leftover Ham Chunks)
	Salt	1⁄4 Teaspoon
	Creole seasoning	2 Teaspoon
	Hot sauce	3⁄4 Teaspoon (Tabasco / Any Type Of Hot Pepper Sauce May Be Used)
	Water	1 Cup (16 tbs)
	Cooked long grain white rice	2 Cup (32 tbs) (Hot)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 695 Calories from Fat 82

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10 g15.8%

Saturated Fat 5.5 g27.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 36.8 mg12.3%

Sodium 286.8 mg12%

Total Carbohydrates 113 g37.6%

Dietary Fiber 23.8 g95%

Sugars 5.1 g

Protein 41 g81.2%

Vitamin A 12.4% Vitamin C 36.4%

Calcium 15.3% Iron 62%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Saute 1 cup chopped celery, 1 cup chopped onion, ½ cup sliced green onion, and ½ cup chopped green pepper in ½ stick melted butter or margarine until tender. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 2 cans of red beans, 5 oz. diced cooked ham, ¼ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning, ¾ teaspoon hot sauce, and 1 cup water. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. While the red bean sauce is cooking, prepare your white rice. When ready to serve, arrange 2 cups of hot white rice on a large serving dish. Spoon bean mixture over the top, and serve immediately. If you like red beans and rice, this is a very flavorful version that you are sure to enjoy!

Editors Review

When looking for a really feel good treat, this Cajun style beans and rice dish could make for a hearty inclusion to your dinner table. Betty whomps up a delightfully spicy treat that would just jazz up your dinnertime. You won't believe how easy it is to make this Cajun-style favorite! Just grab your skillet and get preparing this boldly flavored dish that's sure to be a big-time crowd-pleaser.

Zesty Cajun Red Beans And Rice Recipe Video

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