Crock Pot Cajun Red Beans and Rice
This crock-pot method for cooking hearty Cajun Red Beans and Rice takes an all-day affair and lets you walk away and enjoy yourself. The dish keeps well, reheats beautifully for work or school, and is easily adapted to add your favorite proteins. Courtesy of Pritikin Longevity Center + Spa.
Equipment
- Crock Pot
Ingredients
- 2 cups red kidney beans - dried, washed and rinsed
- 1 cup brown rice - uncooked
- 1 medium red onion - chopped
- 1 medium red or green bell pepper - chopped
- 4 stalks celery - chopped
- 6 - 8 cloves garlic - minced
- 1/2 cup chives or scallions - chopped
- 4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning - salt-free
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 5 cups water
Instructions
- Add all your ingredients to your crockpot, with the veggies on top.
- Cook on LOW for around 7 hours. Cooking times may vary depending on your crockpot.
Nutrition
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