The BEST Crockpot Red Beans and Rice | Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Red Beans And Rice Recipe |

sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage is lower in fat, while smoked sausage can be more budget-friendly.

white rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious and has a lower glycemic index.

Soak the red beans overnight in water.

In a large pot, sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery until soft.

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Stir in the soaked beans, water, bay leaves, thyme, and sausage.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 hours until beans are tender.

Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Serve over cooked rice.

Cooking Techniques

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