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mock popeye's red beans and rice

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
michelle 'FLAME' kelley
@flameswithinice
baltic, CT

ok i love popeye's red beans and rice. but at almost $5 for a large and not being able to put this truck just anywhere. I have come up with this. try it and tell me what you think.

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(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mock popeye's red beans and rice

  • 1/4 tsp
    cumin
  • 1/2 tsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    white pepper
  • 1/4 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1 can
    large light kidney beans 16oz(do not drain)
  • 1 can
    seasoned pinto beans 16oz(do not drain)
  • 2 can
    refried beans
  • 2 c
    instant rice (cook according to directions)

How To Make mock popeye's red beans and rice

  • 1
    in large sauce pan, heat all the beans but do not boil. when well heated with masher gently mash kidney and whole pintos lightly do not over mash.
  • 2
    stir in one at a time, of all the spices, mixing well with wire wisk after each addition.
  • 3
    in six small cups fill 1/2 way with bean mixture and top with 1/4 cup of rice.serve hot.
  • 4
    this will make for a mildly spicy red bean and rice cup. if you like it more spicy add a little more cayenne pepper or a shot of hot sauce.
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