"Hands down, the best Red Beans and Rice Recipe! It's rich, hearty and so flavorful! The beans are perfectly tender, served with rice and smoky sausage...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup dried red beans (Rancho Gordo or Camellia, if possible)
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1 smoked ham hock (about 6 ounces)
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4 slices bacon (cut into ¼” slices)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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7 ounces skinless (smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch slices)
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1 cup diced yellow onion (about ½ medium onion)
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½ cup diced green bell pepper
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1 celery stalk (diced)
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1 bay leaf
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1½ teaspoons sweet paprika
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1½ tablespoons hot sauce (like Tabasco)
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1 quart chicken stock
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3 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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Sliced scallions (green and white parts)
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Fresh chopped cilantro
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1/3 cup canola oil
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1 large yellow onion (diced)
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¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 bay leaf
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
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3 cups chicken broth