Betty's Cajun Red Beans and Rice

andouille sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

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.

Cooking Techniques

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