Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Beans and rice are eaten daily around the world. Here is a simple variation to try at home.

Serves 5-6

Ingredients:


  • 2 cups dried red beans
  • 1 quart water
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • pepper, to taste
  • salt, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 3 cups rice

Method:


  1. Soak the beans overnight in cold water; drain.
  2. Heat the beans in about a quart of water, add all ingredients except salt, and boil for at least 2 hours.
  3. When beans are tender, mash them up with a tablespoon of oil.
  4. Serve on boiled rice.

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