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One-Pot Red Beans and Rice

Stacey – February 25, 2014 – 131 Comments

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Red Beans and RiceRed Beans and RiceThings are about to get crazy around these parts!  It’s hard to believe that the near 18 month journey is about to culminate in the release of my first cookbook.  I’ve seen the finished product and it is absolutely gorgeous.  I couldn’t be happier with it.  Honestly.  The photography (from by my dear friend Kim Box) is unbelievable.  The hand lettered cover (by the team at Juice Box Designs) is amazing.  And I hope that you find the recipes inside just as tasty as the book is beautiful.  I put so much of myself in this book and I just can’t wait to share it with y’all.  It’s a bit scary, too.  I know there will be criticism – we all can’t see things the exact same way.  And I know there will be those negative reviews out there.  But sharing my food with the world is my dream and all of this “stuff” is just part of it.  And none of this would have been possible without the absolutely amazing folks at Thomas Nelson and Nelson Books.  I never could have imagined a better group of folks to work with.  What started as a business relationship has ended in friendship.  Who could ask for more than that?

Only 14 days left to pre-order.  And trust me… if you want to get a copy, you should pre-order.  Seriously.  Pre-order.  You’ll know why in just a few days.  It’s exciting.  I promise.

With Mardi Gras season in full swing, I wanted to share another one of my favorite creole/cajun recipes.   This quick and easy Red Beans and Rice is ready in less than an hour and has all the great flavor of the slow cooked variety.  The best part is it’s all done in one pot!  I don’t know about you, but those types of recipes that don’t dirty up everything in the kitchen are my absolute favorites.  Y’all enjoy!

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One-Pot Red Beans and Rice

Course Main Course
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound cajun smoked sausage, andouille, or other smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (15.5-ounce) cans red beans (or red kidney beans), drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups instant rice
  • creole seasoning

Instructions

  • Add the vegetable oil to a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, green pepper, and celery. Cook 7 to 8 minutes, or until the onions are translucent. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the beans and rice. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add creole seasoning to taste. Cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
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  1. Eather Bertocci

    November 10, 2022 at 3:58 pm

    Love this recipe. so delicious. thank you for sharing it.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 14, 2022 at 9:47 am

      Thanks! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Anna

    October 23, 2022 at 8:53 am

    Hands down the best red beans and rice recipe we’ve tried! I’ve made this several times over the last 2 years or so and it always turns out fantastic. My mother-in-law was skeptical because it didn’t use dried beans, but she agreed that it was wonderful!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 26, 2022 at 9:46 am

      Look at you impressing the MIL! So glad y’all have enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Lisa

    November 9, 2021 at 10:50 am

    I’m the main cook for our extended family since I’ve retired from teaching. This incredibly easy and delicious recipe has been part of the rotation for three years at the request of our grandchildren. I love that it uses basic pantry staples, especially last year when our grocery store shelves were often sparse. Thanks so much for all of your practical but tasty recipes.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 9, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      You are so sweet! I’m so glad I’ve been able to help out!

      Reply
  4. Joy B Patty

    June 22, 2021 at 3:27 pm

    Been cooking this for years. Love it!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 22, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      So glad to hear it!

      Reply
  5. Mary

    February 5, 2021 at 7:36 pm

    Do you know off hand about how many servings this recipe will serve?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 8, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      Of course it all depends on the serving size – you could probably feed 4 to 5 people.

      Reply
  6. Dianne

    April 13, 2020 at 12:27 pm

    This is our got to recipe!! We love it.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      April 13, 2020 at 3:05 pm

      There’s no higher compliment in my book! So glad you’ve enjoy this one!!

      Reply
  7. Anitra

    February 11, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    This is my go- to recipe at all times for Red Beans and Rice! Comes out perfect EVERY time, having people think I actually know what I’m doing in the kitchen lol! Thanks so much

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 12, 2020 at 8:14 am

      I just love comments like this! SO happy to hear you’ve gotten some great use out of this one!

      Reply
  8. Katherine Dietz

    January 31, 2020 at 7:59 am

    I have a great recipe for Creole Seasoning:
    2 tsp garlic powder
    2 tsp onion powder
    2 tsp sweet or smoked paprika
    1 and 1/2 tsp thyme leaves crushed
    1 tsp oregano crushed
    1 tsp basil crushed
    1 tsp cayenne
    1/2 tsp salt
    1/2 tspecial pepper

    Combine in small bowl, put leftovers in a jar.
    This is very good.
    Katherine

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 31, 2020 at 11:47 am

      Sounds great! Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
  9. Sally A McDonald

    January 23, 2020 at 3:25 pm

    I am disappointed a political ad is on the print version of your recipe.

    Reply
  10. Sally A McDonald

    January 23, 2020 at 3:22 pm

    I did not print the recipe, as I usually do, because it included a political ad. You probably don’t have any control of that. But I think you should know about it. I have a personal policy to delete all political ads, but this one would not allow me to do that. Recipe looks good and I’m making it this evening.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 24, 2020 at 8:33 am

      Hey Sally! Sorry about that. You are correct, I don’t have much control over the individual ads that show on the site, but will get with my team about that.

      Reply
  11. Charles E Wallling

    October 25, 2019 at 3:32 pm

    Just found your receipe for One Pot Red Beans and Rice. I was wondering what your guess would as to how servings, plus or minus, are in this receipe

    Reply
  12. Vicki

    April 3, 2019 at 1:52 pm

    This is a delicious meal! Can I use only one can of beans instead? It seemed like there was way to much bean and getting my husband to eat beans is like pulling teeth.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      April 3, 2019 at 2:07 pm

      Sure! That shouldn’t be a problem. Glad y’all enjoyed it!

      Reply
  13. Tori

    January 5, 2019 at 6:10 pm

    Thank you so much for this recipe- it was delicious, and all the kids loved it (even the 1 year old!).

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 8, 2019 at 2:22 pm

      So glad everyone enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  14. Asia

    January 4, 2019 at 4:24 pm

    I’ve made this recipe at least once a week for the past year, it’s my 3 year olds favorite meal and an all around family fave! I pack it with extra veggies (matchstick carrots and riced cauliflower) and use instant brown rice and turkey Polska kielbasa or ground turkey to try and make it a little healthier sometimes! Thank you for providing an easy one pot yummy meal!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 8, 2019 at 2:23 pm

      So glad you’ve gotten some GREAT use out of this one!!

      Reply
  15. Jackie

    November 7, 2018 at 7:15 am

    Stacey, I’ve always wanted to try some Cajun style recipes & this was a really good one❗️Deeeeelish❗️Made exactly as you directed using Andouii sausage (I used 2 packs – hubby likes it meaty). Gotta admit it was pretty spicey (hot). But sooooooo good. I was leery using the Creole spice but reading the label showed no “weird” spices so I used 2 tsp.
    I also prefer long grain rice so cooked it separate & added @ the end. Made a huge pot which we ate for days & hubby took a dish to work.
    Thank you so much Stacey…..love your site. Will try more. Too bad you don’t allow us to upload pics – I took one❗️

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 7, 2018 at 4:42 pm

      I’m So glad y’all enjoyed it, Jackie! It’s definitely one of my favs!! And you be sure to upload your picture on my Facebook page!!!

      Reply
      • Jackie Clonan

        November 7, 2018 at 4:48 pm

        K I will do that‼️

        Reply
  16. Melissa Gillespie

    August 3, 2018 at 6:48 pm

    Just got finished eating this, and it’s a keeper! My husband and I love it, and I also love how easy it was to make! Thank you for this recipe, they never disappoint!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      August 6, 2018 at 2:00 pm

      Love hearing that!! Thanks, Melissa!

      Reply
  17. Treena

    July 24, 2018 at 8:43 pm

    I came across this recipe in Pinterest awhile ago but didn’t have any Creole seasoning. I bought some on my next trip the grocery store but didn’t make until tonight. OMG, it was delicious! It ended up being a two pan dish, I cooked the sausage and vegetables in one pan then put everything into my rice cooker. Turned out perfect! Thanks much for the great recipe…it’s a keeper. BTW, I used 2 teaspoons of Creole seasoning…had a little bite but not spicy.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      July 25, 2018 at 12:06 pm

      Perfect! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Treena!!

      Reply
  18. Dede

    June 12, 2018 at 3:58 pm

    How do you know how much creole seasoning to use? I’m making this tonight!!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 12, 2018 at 4:53 pm

      It really depends on the salt content of your seasoning and how much heat you like. I’d just add little by little until you get it where it tastes good to you.

      Reply
  19. Pam

    February 19, 2018 at 10:09 am

    Thanks so much for yet another great recipe, Stacey! Your delicious and easy recipe is now my “go to” Red Beans and Rice and I make it regularly!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 21, 2018 at 8:33 pm

      Ha! You are so welcome!! I’m just tickled you’ve found another you enjoy!!

      Reply
  20. Steph

    February 7, 2018 at 12:09 am

    Is the measurement of the rice cooked or uncooked rice?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 7, 2018 at 1:30 pm

      The recipe calls for 2 cups of uncooked instant rice. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  21. April

    December 22, 2017 at 11:08 pm

    Just stopped by to give you some credit…

    This is one of my family’s all-time favorites! We make it on weeknights, I take it to pot-lucks, we take it to friends when they have a new baby…our GO TO recipe. THANK YOU!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 27, 2017 at 8:08 pm

      So wonderful to hear! So glad you’ve gotten so much milage out of this one, April!

      Reply
  22. Lovefam6

    October 9, 2017 at 7:47 am

    I made this last night, but messed up. I guessed on 1 tsp of cajun seasoning, but added it with the broth. It wasn’t very flavorful. I sprinkled more on the top after it was done, and stirred it in, but still not what I was expecting. We did like it though, but now I’m still worried about how much seasoning to add when I put it in at the proper time. Did bringing the seasoning to a boil take away the flavor? I used regular smoked sausage as I have lil ones eating, and the smoke sausage was definitely the overpowering flavor in each bite.

    My 19 mo old daughter LOVED the rice and beans, not so much the sausage though.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 11, 2017 at 11:36 am

      Well, it honestly probably has more to do with the type of seasoning you used. Some have a high salt content, other’s don’t. I say add it until it tastes good to you. 🙂

      Reply
  23. Trish

    May 1, 2017 at 5:27 pm

    I made this and it was so yummy! I used Zatarains Jumbalaya rice that comes with great Creole seasoning and that made this dish even better!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      May 2, 2017 at 10:26 am

      What a GREAT idea! So glad you enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  24. LaQuita

    March 2, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    Prepared this dish today and it tastes great. Since I didn’t have canned beans, I soaked dry red beans last night to prepare for cooking today. I cooked them in the chicken broth and added a cup of water just until tender. This was the only modification that was made and it turned out perfectly. My husband loves red beans and rice and this recipe is definitely a keeper. Thanks so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      March 6, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      So glad you enjoyed them!!

      Reply
  25. Joy Patty

    February 16, 2017 at 9:15 pm

    Been using this recipe for years. Love it! So tasty, easy, and fast!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 17, 2017 at 9:14 am

      Yes it is!

      Reply
  26. Kim H

    February 15, 2017 at 7:07 pm

    This dish has quickly become a favorite in our house! It’s SO good. Being a new mom, I struggle to find recipes that are easy, don’t leave me with a ton of dishes and most of all delicious! This recipe exceeded my expectations!!! I now make this every other week…my husband absolutely loves it. Looking forward to trying some of your other recipes. 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 16, 2017 at 10:20 am

      I love hearing that, Kim! So glad one of my favorites has become one of your family’s favorites too!

      Reply
  27. Kelly

    December 18, 2016 at 4:59 am

    Great tasty meal, thank you! I used normal rice as instant rice cost a lot here. I pre cooked it and added it towards the end. And I used a regular basic pot. It all worked very well, my husband and I really enjoyed this meal!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 18, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      Wonderful, Kelly! So glad to hear you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  28. Shene Underwood

    October 3, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    I am going to a pot luck dinner and wanted to make red beans and rice but there is no way to keep the rice hot and not sticking together by the time I get there (1hr and 50 minute drive) now I know that I can do it your way. Thanks, problem solved.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 5, 2016 at 10:39 am

      Yes! This should work perfectly for you! Hope y’all enjoy!

      Reply
  29. Samantha

    July 16, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    Hi Stacey. I tried this for dinner a few days ago and it was delicious. My kind of meal – quick, easy and only one pot! I’ll definitely be making this again. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      July 21, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  30. Anne Noyes

    June 14, 2016 at 8:14 am

    Is this weight watchers friendly?

    I need the nutritional facts

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 16, 2016 at 11:22 am

      Hi Anne! Unfortunately, that’s not something I calculate.

      Reply
  31. Maizee

    October 26, 2015 at 11:31 am

    How could i substitute uncle bens rice instead of instant rice would I have to add more water?? How much??

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 27, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      Are you talking about Uncle Ben’s parboiled rice?

      Reply
  32. Lan

    September 23, 2015 at 3:21 pm

    Made this for dinner last night. We eat an almost paleo diet, I’m gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, corn-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and to top it off: allergic to shellfish. It’s always awesome to find good recipes that are quick and easy to make and tasty to boot, and I was quite excited to find this one. It came together in under 40 minutes and is absolutely delicious

    I made a couple of changes due to ingredients on hand but I loved the simplicity of it and how fast it came together. I used black beans because for some unknown reason I had 10 cans of black beans but not one of red. Then I used brown rice that I precooked 1:1 while sautéing the veggies, and when added to the pot it finished cooking in the broth. I also added 2 bay leaves.

    So easy and so fast will for sure make it again. Off to scour the site for more recipes to try. Thanks

    Reply
    • Stacey

      September 29, 2015 at 4:25 pm

      Hope you find lots more you enjoy!!

      Reply
  33. Karen

    September 17, 2015 at 3:41 pm

    Hi Stacey
    Saw this on Pinterest. Love red beans and rice but not happy with what I’ve tried. I improvise a lot when I cook, so I took the liberty of changing this a bit to my husband’s taste. Had Jalapeno beef sausage in the freezer so used that. Added crushed red pepper as well – not much. Added smoked paprika and Tony Chacere creole seasoning. I also don’t cook with minute rice so the closest I had was a box of Yellow Rice and some Arborio pasta. Both equaled the 2 cups of rice. I only had one can of chicken broth so added more water. The yellow rice had seasoning it so didn’t feel I needed more spices.
    This was fantastic. I know your original recipe would have been great too, but we both like spicy and my husband likes extra spicy. Thanks so much for posting this. A keeper for sure and I am passing along to my kids who don’t like too spicy!! Mahalo! from Texas.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      September 18, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      Hi Karen! I’m so glad you all enjoyed it!! Love that you made it your own!

      Reply
  34. Sia

    July 30, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    Love this recipe 🙂 love from the Netherlands!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      July 31, 2015 at 12:11 pm

      SO glad you enjoy it!!!

      Reply
  35. Carol

    June 8, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    I just found this recipe, and it was great! I only had one can of kidney beans so I added a can of black beans as well. I also cooked the rice separately (my boys have to mix it themselves) so left out the chicken broth. Thanks for sharing; even my child who doesn’t like smoked sausage gobbled it down!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 11, 2015 at 4:24 pm

      So glad y’all enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  36. Samantha

    April 25, 2015 at 1:45 pm

    Do you know the calorie break down for this and serving size?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      April 30, 2015 at 9:43 pm

      I just don’t keep up with that stuff. There are some great sites out that where you can put in the ingredients and it will figure it out for you. Good luck!

      Reply
  37. Winter

    March 30, 2015 at 2:46 pm

    Found via pinterest. Exactly what I needed today for a quick meal. Hot and ready for my hubby when he walks in today. I just threw in some seasonings I had on hand ( cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and some taco seasoning mix.) I think it turned out great. Fastest and tastiest recipe for this dish that I’ve tried. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Stacey

      March 31, 2015 at 3:26 pm

      I sure hope you and your hubby enjoyed it!

      Reply
  38. Jenina Slicer

    March 17, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    This is definitely one of my go to meals during the week when my kids have their extracurricular activities. I also serve cornbread on the side that my daughter crumbles and adds it. It’s actually good that way as well! Thanks for sharing! Very big fan of your recipes and your book!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      March 17, 2015 at 4:32 pm

      Thanks so much!!! So glad it’s turned into a regular at your house!

      Reply
  39. Bear Voges

    March 13, 2015 at 7:35 am

    I’m going to try this in the crock pot. I work nights and wonder if I can just put all of it in the crockpot with a bit of extra liquid, go to sleep and have something good to take to work when I wake up 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      March 17, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  40. Donna

    February 22, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    Here’s a crazy question, but I have NO IDEA what Creole Seasoning is! Help!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 23, 2015 at 11:47 am

      It’s a spice blend that usually include salt. Here’s what I use: https://www.mccormick.com/Zatarains/Products/Spices-and-Seasonings/Spices-and-Extracts/Creole-Seasoning

      Reply
    • Paula

      January 15, 2017 at 8:53 pm

      You can make your own creole blend; the following link takes you to one that Emeril Lagasse has:

      https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/emerils-essence-creole-seasoning-recipe2.html

      Reply
      • Stacey

        January 17, 2017 at 11:45 am

        Thanks, Paula!

        Reply
  41. Michelle

    January 26, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    Found this recipe on Pinterest, and OMG…. the smell in my house smells fabulous. I am really not a fan of red beans and rice, but the picture looked wonderful. I can’t wait to taste it!!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 29, 2015 at 9:44 am

      I hope it tasted as good as it smelled!

      Reply
  42. Kara

    January 18, 2015 at 6:14 pm

    Making this now! Can’t wait! Thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 18, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      I sure hope you enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  43. Sherry

    January 14, 2015 at 7:59 pm

    Oh my! I searched Pinterest for Red Beans and Sausage and yours looked the best, so I made it tonight. IT.WAS.AMAZING! And SO easy!! Now, I’m off to see what other goodies I can find here on Southern Bite!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 15, 2015 at 10:13 pm

      Fantastic, Sherry! I’m just tickled y’all enjoyed it! I hope you’ll find lots more you enjoy just as well!

      Reply
  44. Deb

    November 2, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    I made this tonight and we all loved it! My dad lives with us and can not eat anything spicy so I did not use the creole seasoning. Hubby wanted a little spicy-ness so we added a bit of rotel to it. It is definitely a keeper recipe! Thanks so much. P.S. I used regular white rice instead of instant– it took a bit more moisture but turned out GREAT.

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  45. Steve

    September 16, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    I’m at a complete loss on how much creole seasoning to use. Can you suggest a starting amount?

    Thanks!

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    • Stacey

      September 17, 2014 at 10:09 am

      Start with 1/2 teaspoon and increase from there. Good luck!

      Reply
      • Luci

        July 16, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        Ha Ha, had no idea on amt of creole, so started with 1/2 TABLESPOON and actually added a little more.

        Reply
  46. Jordan

    August 28, 2014 at 8:07 am

    This looks SO GOOD! Just wanted to let you know I included it in my round-up of one pot recipes. I’d also love if you submitted this recipe in our contest to win a Swiss Diamond cookware set! https://ow.ly/AOCzs

    Thanks again for the great recipe. 🙂

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    • Stacey

      August 29, 2014 at 10:35 am

      Thanks, Jodan! Done!

      Reply
  47. Virginia Moore

    June 26, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    This sounds delicious – except for one thing. You are really using instant rice in this? Really? I think of it as imitation rice and the real thing does not take long to cook, so why go for the tasteless stuff? I’ll try to substitute Uncle Ben’s for the instant stuff.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 26, 2014 at 6:33 pm

      Yep! Feel free to make whatever substitution you like, but this is the way I do it. Instant rice is simply regular cooked rice that has been cooked and dehydrated.

      Reply
  48. Brett Baker

    April 30, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    YUMMO! I just made this in no time, and it’s cozy and spicy and yummy! I used Penzey’s “Cajun” spice and smoked andouille chicken sausage. Perfect one-pot dish for a rainy night in VA.

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    • Stacey

      April 30, 2014 at 4:18 pm

      SO glad you enjoyed it, Brett!!

      Reply
  49. Amy

    April 30, 2014 at 10:30 am

    This was delicious! It was so easy! I will be making it again! I improvised on the creole seasoning. Do you have a recipe for creole seasoning?

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    • Stacey

      April 30, 2014 at 11:20 am

      So glad you liked it! No, I just buy it at the grocery store.

      Reply
  50. Rachael Shumate

    April 28, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    I can’t even imagine using instant rice! Having lived in Japan and eating “real” rice every day, I want you to know there is a definite difference in both taste and texture. I have a rice cooker, so would cook real rice and add it to everything else. Great inexpensive rice cookers at Amazon.com. Thanks, Stacey, from a Southern (Texas) gal!

    Reply
    • Candace

      March 4, 2020 at 4:57 pm

      I was thinking the same thing!

      Signed,
      Another Former Japan Dweller ????

      Reply
  51. Roxanne

    April 28, 2014 at 9:55 am

    I love your cook book! I havent tried anything yet but tonite im going to try the cheesy rice and corn! I will also be trying the one pot red beans and rice soon! If yall dont have Stacys cookbook yet, run, and i mean really run, and get it!!

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    • Stacey

      April 29, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      Thanks, Roxanne! Enjoy!

      Reply
  52. Corina

    April 24, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    It was very tasty, I added a tiny bit of tomato sauce to mine.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      April 24, 2014 at 10:08 pm

      Sounds like a perfect addition! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  53. Michelle W.

    April 24, 2014 at 6:53 pm

    I found this recipe tonight while Googling “one pot red beans and rice”. I have toddlers and look for recipes that are easy to make, use simple/on-hand ingredients and taste fantastic. I’m happy to report this was all three. It was so successful I’m buying your cook book (a rarity in these days of unlimited food blogs). I would love to rave more but my little ones are screaming for seconds.

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    • Stacey

      April 24, 2014 at 10:08 pm

      Michelle, that just thrills me to no end! I’m so glad you found the recipe and that it turned out so great for you! Thanks too for getting the book! I sure do appreciate the support! Anytime you want to rave, you just let me know. 🙂

      Reply
  54. sandi

    March 25, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    Is this meal freezer friendly? If so, cooked or uncooked?

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    • Stacey

      March 26, 2014 at 11:29 am

      Hi Sandi,
      I’ve not tried freezing it, but I would imagine it would be best to freeze after cooking.

      Reply
  55. Lilli

    March 13, 2014 at 4:14 pm

    I made this for supper today, and it’s amazing! It’s the first of your recipes I’ve tried since I’m new to your blog thanks to Pinterest, and I’m so very glad to have found you!

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    • Stacey

      March 17, 2014 at 11:04 am

      Well, thank you, Mr. Pinterest! And thank you, Lilli! I’m so glad you liked it. Welcome!

      Reply
  56. lorraine baldwin

    March 10, 2014 at 4:26 pm

    Had this for dinner tonight and was absolutely delicious!!. Will be making this again and thank you for sharing such wonderful recipes.!!!

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    • Stacey

      March 10, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      Wonderful, Lorraine! I’m so glad you liked it so much!! Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
  57. Sandi

    March 5, 2014 at 11:39 am

    Do u have to use a Dutch oven? Or can I just use a large pot? Want to make this, but don’t own a Dutch oven.

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    • Stacey

      March 5, 2014 at 11:44 am

      Nope, you can do it in any large pot or skillet that you have. 🙂

      Reply
  58. Eleanor

    March 4, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    I’m making this tonight for the second time in less than a week – at my husband’s request. It is so good, and so simple, and comes together in a hurry!

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    • Stacey

      March 5, 2014 at 9:44 am

      Wonderful! That’s the best compliment I could get! So glad y’all are enjoying the recipe.

      Reply
  59. Terri

    March 1, 2014 at 11:18 am

    Just found you via Facebook. This looks wonderful. It’s a rainy day here in Southern California, so I’m making it tonight! Thank you!

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  60. Lynne

    March 1, 2014 at 9:56 am

    This looks so yummy and easy to prepare. I’m making this tonight!

    Reply
  61. Bethany

    February 26, 2014 at 10:39 am

    Could you use brown rice for this? I guess you would have to just cook it longer?

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    • Stacey

      February 26, 2014 at 10:42 am

      Sure! You can even use instant brown rice.

      Reply
  62. Joanne

    February 25, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    This sounds delicious! And, I am looking forward to your cookbook!

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    • Stacey

      February 26, 2014 at 9:30 am

      Thanks so much, Joanne!

      Reply
  63. Debbie Caraballo

    February 25, 2014 at 10:05 pm

    mmmmm MMMM!! Delicious! Thanks Stacey!

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    • Stacey

      February 26, 2014 at 9:31 am

      No, thank you!

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      • Terri-Lynn

        December 19, 2020 at 2:02 pm

        When you say “instant rice”, are you speaking of minute rice or a rice like basmati? Just curious, as instant rice usually cooks quickly and you have allotted 12-15
        to compete the cooking. I’m making this for dinner tonight and wanted to make sure I understood correctly.
        Thanks very much.

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        • Stacey

          December 21, 2020 at 2:17 pm

          I simply mean instant rice. You don’t have to cook it the entire time if you find the rice is getting too soft.

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