Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Red beans and rice is a classic, hearty meal that’s perfect for your next dinner. Its simplicity makes it ideal for a slow cooker. First, pre-cook the kidney beans. Then, add the remaining ingredients. Let it simmer on low until the flavors meld into a rich, savory dish. Beyond being easy to prepare, this Cajun favorite is also remarkably budget-friendly, delivering big flavor without stretching your wallet. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of the recipe and tips to make it come together perfectly.
And finally, this recipe has earned its place as a family favorite. The flavors are rich and satisfying. They have a gentle, slightly spicy kick. You can intensify this kick with a touch more Cajun seasoning if you prefer. Packed with hearty red beans and nutritious vegetables, it’s a meal that leaves everyone’s bellies full. Everyone feels happy and nourished. It’s a comforting, flavorful dish that brings both warmth and satisfaction to the table.
Cost to make this recipe.
Most amazing tasting dinner meal, and it costs a whopping $6.89 for the entire slow cooker meal. If that doesn’t amaze then how about breaking it down to $0.86 per serving size. I can divide this meal into eight servings. It has a lot of fiber and protein to fill you up just right.
Believe it or not, the red beans and rice recipe cost can be reduced to about $4.89 or $0.61 per serving size. Of course, the onions, peas, carrots, garlic, and seasonings need to be homegrown to counteract the “higher” cost.
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Red Beans and Rice
Ingredients
- 4 cups dry red kidney beans, …[$0.96]
- 1 large onion, diced…[$0.50]
- 1 pkg Andouille sausage, chopped…[$3.50]
- 1 cup peas, …[$0.50]
- 1 cup carrots, minced…[$0.25]
- 6 cloves garlic, minced…[$0.60]
- 1 tsp salt, …[$0.07]
- ½ tsp thyme, …[$0.09]
- ½ tsp Cajun/Creole seasoning, …[$0.06]
- 2 cups dry rice, …[$0.36]
- 4 cups water, …[$0]
Instructions
- In a large bowl add red beans and enough water to cover beans about 2-3 inches over. Let beans set overnight to soak.
- The next day pour soaked beans in a pot along with water and bring to a boil for about 10 minutes to soften the beans further.
- Next add pre-boiled beans and all remaining ingredients to slow cooker plus enough water cover one inch over all the food. Set slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.
- 30 minutes before ready to eat, rinse rice over running water until water runs clear. Cook rinsed rice in a large pot with 4 cups of water over low heat and covered pot.
- Mash the red beans mixture a couple of times and stir. Serve all pieces of the meal in a bowl together and enjoy.
Red Beans and Rice
Ingredients
- 4 cups dry red kidney beans, …[$0.96]
- 1 large onion, diced…[$0.50]
- 1 pkg Andouille sausage, chopped…[$3.50]
- 1 cup peas, …[$0.50]
- 1 cup carrots, minced…[$0.25]
- 6 cloves garlic, minced…[$0.60]
- 1 tsp salt, …[$0.07]
- ½ tsp thyme, …[$0.09]
- ½ tsp Cajun/Creole seasoning, …[$0.06]
- 2 cups dry rice, …[$0.36]
- 4 cups water, …[$0]
Instructions
- In a large bowl add red beans and enough water to cover beans about 2-3 inches over. Let beans set overnight to soak.
- The next day pour soaked beans in a pot along with water and bring to a boil for about 10 minutes to soften the beans further.
- Next add pre-boiled beans and all remaining ingredients to slow cooker plus enough water cover one inch over all the food. Set slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.
- 30 minutes before ready to eat, rinse rice over running water until water runs clear. Cook rinsed rice in a large pot with 4 cups of water over low heat and covered pot.
- Mash the red beans mixture a couple of times and stir. Serve all pieces of the meal in a bowl together and enjoy.