The New Orleans red beans and rice is one of my favorites...I make a few modifications - I sometimes used turkey kielbasa instead of ham if I want to spend the points, and dh prefers if I substitute red pepper for the green. I prefer plain red beans instead of red kidney beans, they're smaller and have a thinner skin. Oh yeah, and I just stir it all together instead of serving the veggies/meat over the rice. It's super fast to cook, and so tasty. Let me know if you try it. (Plus, there are no tomatoes!
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New Orleans Red Beans and Rice
Serving Size : 6
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup brown rice
2 teaspoons healthy oil
1 onion -- chopped
1 green bell pepper -- seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic -- minced
1 pound ham -- cut into 1/4" pieces
1 can red kidney beans -- rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup chicken broth
Cook the rice according to package directions, omitting any fat.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over med high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, till softened, 3-4 min. Add the ham and cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to brown, 4-5 min. Add the beans and Cajun seasoning; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 1-2 min. Add the broth and cook until the liquid is almost completely absorbed, about 2 min. Serve over the rice.
Wonderful Wednesday Menu, November 8, 2006
