Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef
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I’m always on the lookout for hearty and satisfying meals that taste like they’ve been cooking all day but can be made in a fraction of the time. That’s why Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef is one of my go-to weeknight dinners. This delicious dish is packed with rich flavors, smoky sausage, and tender ground beef, all simmered together in a savory broth with hearty red beans and perfectly seasoned rice. Despite the deep, comforting flavors, this meal comes together in no time, making it ideal for busy weeknights when you want something hearty without spending hours in the kitchen. Once you try this recipe, it’s sure to become a weeknight favorite that the whole family will love! Whether you’re looking to spice up your regular dinner routine or craving a comforting Southern classic, this Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
I love having quick and easy recipes perfect for dinner in a hurry, such as Gluten Free Ratatouille Pasta with Ground Beef. Other than the rice, this is completely a one pot meal that comes together in about 30 minutes. Taking pantry staples, this dish is both comforting and protein packed.
Easy and Delicious
Using favorite pantry and fridge staples helps make Gluten Free Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef a quick and easy comfort dish I always feel good about serving. This also makes for tasty leftovers that are ideal for meal prep.
Red beans and rice is a classic Creole dish traditionally made on Mondays. It would simmer away all day as the dried beans softened and the sauce thickened. Infused with Cajun spices and the fresh flavors of the trinity, onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic, it just deepens in flavor the longer it cooks.
This recipe takes all of the classic flavors and updates it in a weeknight friendly way. Canned red beans make this dish come together in well under an hour.
Adding flavor, texture, and protein while also making this dish extra hearty is Laura’s Lean Beef. Laura’s Beef never has any added hormones or antibiotics. Naturally leaner and lower in fat, I always feel good about adding it to any of my recipes.
Rounding out the flavors is tomato paste for both a little sweetness and depth. Smoky paprika and earthy cumin bring flavor without spice that balances the Cajun seasoning. Just serve with rice and The Best Gluten Free Cornbread and you have a complete meal!
How to Make Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef
If you have 30 minutes and a pot, you can have this delicious and nutritious meal on the table!
Time needed: 30 minutes
Canned red beans and lean ground beef make this a hearty and protein packed dish.
- Brown it Up
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat with olive oil. Add the onions and ground beef and cook until the beef is browned, using your spoon to break it up.
- Simmer Time
Add the remaining ingredients and allow the red beans and ground beef to simmer for half an hour. As it cooks the sauce will thicken.
- Hot Rice
While the red beans are simmering, make your rice.
- Finishing Touch
To serve your red beans and ground beef, add a scoop of rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Top Tip for Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef
Using canned beans is a great way to both add protein and fiber to a dish while also make it quick cooking. You can use low sodium varieties to cut back on the salt since you will be adding your own layers of flavors and spices.
Red Beans and Rice with Ground Beef
Equipment
- 1 stockpot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Laura's Lean Ground Beef
- 3 15 oz cans red beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper, diced large
- 4 celery ribs, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 oz tomato paste
- Serve with cooked rice, hot sauce, and fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven on medium heat with olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and onions. Use the back of your spoon to break up the ground beef as it cooks.
- Once the ground beef is just cooked through add the remaining ingredients, stirring to combine.
- Allow the beans to come toa simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve with rice, hot sauce, and garnish with parsley.
- Enjoy!