Potential Magazine Fall 2015 - Alabama Edition | Page 24

cuisine easy weekday meal simple and satisfying Looking for a hearty dinner that your entire family will love? This creole classic is loaded with layers of flavor, a hint of heat and spiced-just-right smoked sausage. Plus, it makes plenty, ensuring leftovers for filling lunches later in the week, or freezes well to enjoy later in the fall. Red Beans and Rice Serves 8 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 bay leaves 1 cup chopped onions 1 lb diced ham cut into ½ inch cubes ½ cup chopped bell pepper ½ cup chopped celery 1 tsp. salt 1 lb Kelley’s Smoked Sausage, cut on the bias (at an angle) ¼ tsp. grnd black pepper 1 lb dried red beans, soaked overnight and drained 1 tsp. dried thyme 3 tablespoons chopped garlic ½ tsp. cayenne pepper 10 oz. chicken broth or water Directions: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions, bell peppers, celery, salt, cayenne, black pepper and thyme for about 5 minutes. Add the bay leaves, ham and sausage. Sauté for 6–8 minutes. Add the beans, garlic and enough broth or water to cover the contents in the pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for about 2 hours. Add broth or water if the mixture becomes thick and dry. Use a rubber spatula to mash about half of the mixture against inside rim of the pot. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 1 ½ hours or until mixture is creamy and the beans are soft. Add broth or water as it become thick. The dish should be soupy, but not watery. Remove the bay leaves and serve over steamed rice. Recipe courtesy of Kelley Foods It’s Tailgating Season Make Kelley’s part of your game day tradition Family owned and operated since 1957, our family is dedicated to providing delicious, quality foods from our family table to yours. right to your FamilyDelivered owned and operated since 1957front door! Shop.KelleyFoods.com We are dedicated to providing delicious, quality foods, from our table to yours Order online at KelleyFoods.com/Shop 24 www.potentialmagazine.com