A streamlined variation on the hearty Louisiana favorite.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 cup red beans
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 large onion,chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
6 ounces boneless smoked pork chops, well trimmed, diced
4 ounces andouille sausage,* diced (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 1/2 cups water
Steamed rice
*A smoked pork and beef sausage, available at specialty food stores. Smoked bratwurst, kielbasa or smoked Hungarian sausage can be substituted.
Preparation
Step 1
Soak beans in water to cover overnight.
Step 2
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Stir in pork chops, sausage, thyme and cayenne; sauté 2 minutes. Add beans and 3 1/2 cups water. Simmer over low heat until beans are creamy, about 1 1/2 hours. Serve with steamed rice.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving: calories
250; fat
5 g; sodium
614 mg; cholesterol
20 mg
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
