"Popeye’s Red Beans and Rice is a hearty dish that will remind you of many dishes that are served in New Orleans. Here we use canned beans to help save you cooking time...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 (14- to 16-ounce) cans red beans
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1 smoked ham hock (1/2 to 3/4 pound) (you can omit, use 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke)
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1 1/4 cups water
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons lard
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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Cooked long-grain rice, for serving