Red Beans and Rice

"This is from my Penzeys catalog and is recommended for a Mardi Gras party because it's a New Orleans inspired dish. Most of the cook time is inactive."
 
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Ready In:
2hrs 45mins
Ingredients:
14
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Rinse and sort the beans. Put the water and beans in a stockpot. Cook, covered, over low heat for about 45 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the ham bone/shank and brown on all sides.
  • Remove the bone from the pan and add to the stock pot with the beans.
  • Use the same frying pan to sauté the onion, garlic, celery, and parsley until the onion is soft and translucent. Add to the stockpot.
  • Add the bay leaves, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to the stock pot.
  • Cok over low heat for 1.5-2 hours uncovered, adding water if necessary.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, boil 2 cups water. Add rice and reduce to simmer. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
  • About 15 minutes before serving, mash 1-2 cups of the beans in the pot with a potato masher or a large spoon, leaving the rest whole.
  • Serve over rice.

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