Pressure-Cooker Andouille Red Beans and Rice

  Dinner

Early in our relationship, I learned that my husband loves red beans and rice. Once his favorite New Orleans takeout closed, I challenged myself to develop a version that I could frequently make at home. I'm happy to say, after trying different versions, I developed my own recipe that is both hearty and provides enough flavor and kick to satisfy his Cajun cravings.

Pressure-Cooker Andouille Red Beans and Rice

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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 40 min. + releasing
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1 pound dried kidney beans
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 celery rib, sliced
  • 1/2 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons Louisiana-style hot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced
  • Hot cooked rice
  • Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Instructions

  • 1. Place the first 12 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 20 minutes. Quick-release pressure.
  • 2. Stir in sausage. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 17 minutes. Let pressure release naturally. Remove bay leaf. Serve with rice and, if desired, sprinkle with green onions.
  • 3.
    Freeze option:
    Freeze cooled bean mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 349 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 9g fiber), 25g protein.

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