Sunday, March 15, 2015

Cajun Beans & Rice

This meal is hearty and tasty, and just overall satisfying.  Enjoy!


Ingredients:
  • 1 lb black beans
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped -or- 4 T. dried onions
  • 1/2 c. green bell pepper, chopped -or- 1/4 c. dehydrated
  • 1 t. celery seeds
  • 1.5 t. garlic powder
  • 1 t. garlic salt
  • 1/2 t. Worchestershire sauce
  • 1/2 t. hot sauce
  • 1 T. beef bouillon
  • 1/4 c. bacon bits
  • 4 chicken sausages, sliced
  • 1 t. thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 t. creole seasoning
  • 4 c. water

Directions:
     Sort and rinse beans.  Place in a large soup pot and cover with water.  Allow to soak overnight; or bring to a boil for 2 minutes on the stove, then cover and let sit for 1 hour.  Drain beans well.  Add prepared beans and remaining ingredients, including the 4 c. clean water.  Stir well and bake in oven at 275 for 3 hours, or in a crockpot on low for 8 hours.  Serve warm over a bowl of rice, and a side salad.

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