Easy Red Beans and Rice

This is an easy red beans and rice recipe that is a delicious take on a Louisiana classic. It can be prepared and cooked in 40 minutes! I use turkey kielbasa to cut down on the fat, but not the flavor. Season with hot pepper sauce if you like.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 (16 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) package turkey kielbasa, cut diagonally into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 clove chopped garlic
• 2 (15 ounce) cans canned kidney beans, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the rice: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cook sausage in a large skillet over low heat for 5 minutes. Stir in onion, green pepper, and garlic; saute until tender. Add in beans and tomatoes with juice. Season with oregano, pepper, and salt. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Serve over rice.