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Red Beans with Sausage & Tasso
Experience the bold flavors of Louisiana cuisine with our Red Beans with Sausage and Tasso recipe. This hearty dish combines tender red beans with savory sausage and flavorful tasso ham, simmered to perfection in a rich, seasoned broth. Infused with aromatic onions, this comforting dish is served over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Dive into a taste of the Bayou with this soul-warming classic!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Red Kidney Beans
- 8 cups water (in all)
- 1 lb Savoie's® Sausage (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 1 cup Onion (chopped fine)
- ½ cup Bell Pepper (chopped fine)
Optional (choose one or both)
- 8 oz Savoie's® Pork Tasso (Cajun Style)
- 8 oz Savoie's® Pickled Pork (Creole Style)
Directions
- In a 5-quart pot over medium heat, add 4 cups of water and the beans.
- Cook covered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add sausage, tasso, onion, bell pepper, and 2 cups of the water; cook 30 minutes longer.
- Add remaining water, and cook additional 45 minutes, or until beans are tender.
- Serve with cooked rice.
