Crockpot Red Beans and Rice
This is one of our favorite easy suppers to make any night of the week. This Crockpot red beans and rice recipe originally came from my friend, Becky, who made it for my family one evening. We could not get enough! I’ve tried many Red Beans and Rice recipes over the years and this is hands down my favorite! There’s something about the blend of flavors and textures in this dish that is so satisfying. My family loves the extra veggies and the smoky sausage that adds such flavor dimension. Whether you’re celebrating Mardi Gras or just craving some good old fashioned comfort food, this recipe is the perfect one for you!
Suggestions for this Recipe
For an added spicy kick, try Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning. It adds just the right amount of spice to this recipe and so many others. We love this stuff!To kick up the heat even more, add a few shakes of Tabasco sauce.If you have leftover ham for any reason, toss it in! It adds so much flavor to the beans. But no need to rush out and buy a ham bone. Because it cooks all day in the Crockpot, the recipe is definitely savory and flavorful without.Red beans and rice with sausage is my favorite! We use either smoked chicken or turkey sausage. It’s lower in fat so it keeps the calories down and allows me to have an extra bowlful or two. But you can use any kind of sliced sausage you like. My husband likes a super spicy Andouille sausage in this recipe too.This recipe calls for carrots, green pepper, onions and celery, but you can add other veggies too! Or serve with a side of corn on the cob or collard greens for a well rounded meal.
Are Red Beans and Kidney Beans the Same Thing?
Red beans and kidney beans are actually two different types of beans. Red beans are smaller and look more like pinto beans but red in color. However, they are still pretty similar in flavor and texture, so if you don’t have red beans you can absolutely substitute kidney beans in this slow cooker recipe.
More Crockpot Recipes
Slow Cooker meals are a terrific way to get dinner on the table with very little effort. Try a few of these savory and oh so satisfying suppers:
Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice SoupSlow Cooker Au Gratin Potatoes and HamCrock Pot Beef Vegetable SoupSlow Cooker Irish Beef StewCrock Pot BBQ Baked Beans
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