Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

South Louisiana Beef and Beans

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (24 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

575
calories
25g
fat
53g
carbohydrates
34,1g
protein
84mg
cholesterol
1062mg
sodium
Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

Recipe Description

This Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef is another Mardi Gras inspired recipe following the color palette design of green, gold for power and justice with a traditional Southern Louisiana twist. A dish that is hearty and filling and something that the whole family will enjoy, from newborn to great grandmother alike. This is a popular dinner in so many households! 

To make Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook vegetables

    3 min
    Step 1 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

    In a heavy bottomed 4-quart pot over medium heat, heat bacon fat, butter or oil and add 1 chopped, medium onion, 2 chopped green bell peppers, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 3 chopped celery ribs, cook until soft.

  2. 2

    Add ground beef

    5 min
    Step 2 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground BeefStep 2 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

    Add 1 lb of ground beef and continue cooking until browned.

  3. 3

    Add beans and flavoring

    2 min
    Step 3 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

    Add 4 cans of kidney beans, 2 cups of broth and 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning. Bring everything to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer.

  4. 4

    Add sausages

    30 min
    Step 4 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

    Cut 1 package of beef sausages into bits and add to the pot. Simmer for about 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Step 5 - Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef

    Serve red beans and ground beef over hot rice! Enjoy!

Mardi Gras style Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef is a guaranteed new favorite once you give it a try. Let us know when you attempt our recipes and which ones you enjoy making the most. Tag #cookmerecipes in your own blogs online!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (24 reviews)
Xena
October 27, 2024
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So simple, delicious! My friends loved it at my Mardi Gras party; we danced and feasted all night.

Wendy
June 20, 2024
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This recipe is great. My kids loved it. We had it for dinner during Mardi Gras, and it brought everyone together around the table. The flavors are just perfect and it's so easy to make. Thanks for sharing such a comforting meal.

Rachael
February 15, 2024
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Absolutely delicious meal!

Catherine
December 15, 2023
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Delicious!

Samantha
October 20, 2023
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So easy made!

Tanya Smith
October 15, 2023
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Yummy!

Katie Johnson
August 2, 2023
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Simply the best!

Victor Anderson
July 30, 2023
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I made this Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef for our family dinner last week. Everyone loved it, from my wife to our little ones. Its simple steps made it easy to cook after a long day at work. This recipe is sure to be a regular at our table.

FieryFaith
May 24, 2023
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Wow! This dish brought back memories of my grandmother's cooking during Mardi Gras. The flavors exploded in my mouth and made me feel so cozy and happy! It was so easy to make too. Loved every bite!

Ashley Brown
December 29, 2022
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OMG, this Red Beans and Rice was so delish! Made it for my friends last weekend, and they all loved it. So easy and sooo filling! 😍

Isabella Johnson
October 6, 2022
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Simply the best!

Oliver Johnson
June 15, 2021
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Superb! Loved it.

Cassie Guin
May 1, 2020
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Loved every bite of this red beans and beef meal, it's kinda spicy but not too much that you can't handle.

Tina
April 16, 2020
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Yum! Made this on Mardi Gras and it was a total hit! My hubby couldn't stop scarfing it down.

Brisa Maceyko
April 16, 2020
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Too spicy for me but my husband gobbled the whole thing up quickly haha.

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