Creole Black Beans N Sausage

Embark on a flavor-packed journey to the heart of Louisiana with this hearty Creole Black Beans N Sausage recipe! Featuring tender, slow-simmered black beans infused with smoky sausage, aromatic vegetables like onion, green bell pepper, and celery, and a bold medley of Creole spices, this dish delivers a soul-warming meal with every bite. Cooked in a savory blend of chicken broth, tomatoes, and seasonings like thyme, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, this one-pot wonder is both comforting and robust. Serve it over fluffy white rice, topped with fresh parsley and green onions for a vibrant finish. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep favorite, this recipe combines Southern charm with rich, home-cooked appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried black beans
• 12 ounces smoked sausage
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried black beans to remove any debris. Place them in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight. Drain and rinse before use.

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch pieces. Dice the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery stalks. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Stir in the soaked and drained black beans, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the beans simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. Check for doneness and add a bit more water or broth if the beans become too dry.

Step 7

Return the browned sausage to the pot and cook for an additional 15 minutes to meld the flavors. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaves. Serve the Creole Black Beans N Sausage over cooked white rice.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3234.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2994.9

Total Fat 133.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 246.1mg	0%
Sodium 11362.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.7g
Protein 119.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 637.2mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 4993.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 43.9%