Red Beans & Rice

2     tablespoons smoked canola oil
1     medium onion, chopped
1     tablespoon Chicken Base
1     teaspoon black pepper
1     teaspoon basil
1     teaspoon garlic powder
2     each bay leaves
1     tablespoon parsley
1     teaspoon red pepper flakes
1     teaspoon thyme
3     cans red kidney beans
1     cup water
1/2   pound smoked beef sausage, sliced
2     teaspoons kosher salt

Instructions

Saute onions in smoked canola oil until soft, add diced sausage and all spices.  Add water & beans slow simmer for 2 or more hours.  Serve over rice. Great Monday lunch in New Orleans.  Personally I use dried beans soaked overnight.

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