Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups long grain white rice
• 4 cups water
• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• ¼ teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• + 9 more ingredients
• • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 pound dry kidney beans

1. Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight. 2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes. 3. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with...

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