This comforting slow-cooker dish transforms humble dried red beans into a rich, flavorful meal. The combination of smoky bacon grease, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder creates a deep, savory broth that perfectly coats the beans. A ham bone adds an optional layer of traditional Southern richness, while the green peppers and onions provide a fresh, crisp contrast. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal effort upfront but rewards you with a tender, satisfying stew. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a complete, home-style dinner that warms the soul and feeds the family easily. It’s the perfect balance of simplicity and robust flavor.
Red Beans And Rice For Crock Pot
Description
This comforting slow-cooker dish transforms humble dried red beans into a rich, flavorful meal. The combination of smoky bacon grease, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder creates a deep, savory broth that perfectly coats the beans. A ham bone adds an optional layer of traditional Southern richness, while the green peppers and onions provide a fresh, crisp contrast. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal effort upfront but rewards you with a tender, satisfying stew. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a complete, home-style dinner that warms the soul and feeds the family easily. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect balance of simplicity and robust flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the dried red beans thoroughly under cold water and drain.
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Dice the onions and green pepper, and chop the garlic clove.
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Place the rinsed beans, diced onions, green pepper, garlic, bay leaf, ham bone (if using), bacon grease, chili powder, and cumin into the slow cooker.
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Pour in 5 cups of water and stir gently to combine all ingredients.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until beans are tender.
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Remove the ham bone and bay leaf before serving. Discard the bone.
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Serve the bean mixture hot over cooked white rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 179.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.2g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
- Sodium 340.6mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.9g12%
- Dietary Fiber 10.8g44%
- Sugars 7.2g
- Protein 11.0g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
To freeze for later use: Remove some of the cooked bean mixture and let it cool completely before transferring to airtight containers. You can also add 3/4 cup of uncooked rice to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking on HIGH to cook the rice directly in the beans, but monitor closely to prevent burning.
For a vegetarian version, omit the ham bone and bacon grease, substituting with vegetable broth and olive oil.
Ensure dried beans are sorted and rinsed well to remove any debris before cooking.
