A tasty twist on red beans and rice.

Treat yourself to the authentic flavors of the Bayou. This GLUTEN-FREE mix can be made as a soup, or use less liquid and make a Cajun dish of red beans and rice. Add mild or spicy sausage or catfish for a southern gourmet treat like no other. Try garnishing with popcorn shrimp for an extra special touch!

Instructions

Rinse beans thoroughly and soak in plenty of water overnight.*  Drain and rinse again.

* Time saving Tip: Rinse beans, cover in 2 qts. of water and bring to a boil for 10 minutes.  Cover and let stand for 1-2 hours, drain and rinse again.

Place in crockpot or slow cooker:

Bayou Beans mix

contents of spice packet

1 ½ - 2 quarts of water

14 1/2 oz can of stewed tomatoes

15 oz can of tomato sauce

1 lb. of cooked or smoked sausage, catfish or shrimp

Cook 6-8 hours on high.

OR

Combine above ingredients in a 3 qt. pot, bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 2-4 hours or until tender.

Add salt to taste at the end of cooking. Serve over cooked rice if desired.

Serve with a salad and rolls for a simple but wholesome meal.

Enjoy!