How To Make Red Beans & Rice | Comfort Food Recipe

Red Beans & Rice is a dish that just screams comfort food to me! It's also massively underrated, in my opinion. It's been snowing more often than usual here in VA and this recipe certainly warmed me right up! Let's #MakeItHappen
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Shopping List:
1lb red beans
1 cup white rice
1 red and green bell pepper
2 stalks of celery
1 onion
1 lb andouille sausage
1 large smoked turkey leg or hamhock
1 tbsp cooking oil
dry oregano
1 tsp fresh diced thyme
smoked paprika
1 tsp better than bouillon chicken base
salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, cayenne, cajun seasoning
3-4 cups chicken broth
green onion (garnish)
Directions:
Soak beans overnight in cold water (fridge).
In a medium sized pot add 2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage, and cook, stirring frequently, until sausage is lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in tomato garlic and oregano, thyme, chicken base, smoked paprika, cajun seasoning.
Stir in red beans, chicken stock, andbay leaf. Season to taste. Add whole smoked turkey leg. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Uncover; continue to simmer until reduced, an additional 15-20 minutes.
Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, mash beans until slightly thickened, if desired; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Serve immediately, topped with rice and garnished with green onion, if desired.

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It may not be cold down here in sunny, south Florida but this dish just scream comfort food. and who doesn't love comfort food. Thank you Chef Matt for another recipe that will be on my menu!

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F your 🌞 sun and fun down in Florida buddy it's freezing here in Chicago lol

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[@dahliapalmer7501]

I know, I'm making it today in sunny Florida.

[@justjaz6429]

Black eyed peas with turkey necks and cornbread or great northern beans are always a go to for me and my family. Make this meal since it is winter and cold.

[@1jewellboxx]

I made them and this recipe is killer! Best red beans and rice I ever made in my life! Man, you killed it! Y'all gotta to try this! I tweaked it a little bit to my style. Minced garlic instead of garlic paste, not so much red pepper, half water/half chicken broth and it was fire baby! Thank you for this recipe! I ate that pot by myself. That was so good I ate them everyday until they were gone. Everyday! Now I'm going to make a pot for my family on Thanksgiving. I know they will love it!

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I have tried a lot of recipes of red beans and rice and OMG this is freaking awesome!!!!Packed with flavor,thank u so much for this recipe❤️🙏😍

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Making this tonight for dinner. Third time making your Red beans. My family loves it.

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The fact that this man helps us cook with low sodium while the food is Seasoned Well is Perfect!!

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Indeed.

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Especially important for black folks and older people who are prone to hypertension, strokes and kidney disease. Excellent.

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Deb….please ssssshhhhh around these people. We as black folks as you call us suffer from those illnesses due to curses and sin. What did God say he would do to us if we disobey him. I use regular bouillons in all my food…bp stay at 122/74.

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I had red beans and rice at a restaurant and it has become one of my favorite dishes ever.

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I love a good bowl of red beans and rice....🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@margaretdell25]

As soon as the temperature goes down to about 80 degrees I am making this dish. Yum!

[@lookscookslindsay5084]

Every time I make 15 bean soup, my husband is telling me I need to get on some red beans and rice lol. Thanks for the recipe! Can't wait to make it.

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you! enjoy!

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Ok how the heck can I loose weight with all these delicious recipes 🤣🤣🤣

[@mjevans3259]

I literally just made this last weekend and I used TheCajunNinja's recipe here on KZbin. It was absolutely delicious. My son had 3 servings of it and raved about it the next day. I served it with some jasmine rice, fried chicken wings and sweet corn bread. Ill have to try your recipe next. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@MrMakeItHappen]

nice! Thank you!

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I may be on an island with this, but I appreciate that you called it “Cajun trinity”. 🥘♥️

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I love your videos!!! I always have most of the Ingredients on hand but even when I don't, I love that you give substitution ideas 💡

[@mspv6613]

I made this (red beans and rice) last night for dinner and it was delicious! Thanks for sharing.

[@SandraLopez-zb3uk]

OMG Looks yummy Rice & Beans is a daily meal In the Caribbean. The rice always have some oil and salt 🧂. Also we use other seasonings to add the red beans like Cumin, paprika, and Caribbean spices! Yummy

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Made this tonight and it was absolutely delicious!! Cooked in my insta pot for 40 minutes and natural release. Love your videos !

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You know youre on the right track when your food is looking like the food in the video. I taste tested halfway through and damn near lost my mind it was so good. I followed this exactly minus the AP spice he had because i didnt have any but this here was so damn good. On point and perfect. Btw can we just say how fine this man is, that voice plus he in the kitchen. Whew chile im in love.

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Red beans and rice didn't miss her!

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Thank you!

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I decided to make this today on Thanksgiving. It is absolutely delish thank you very much Mr. Make it Happen!!! I just love what you’re doing in that kitchen!!

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Looks delicious, Mr Matt! 😋 I remember trying to make it in my early 20's and it wasn't good. So I never made it again. Looking at you make it seems like it could be easy. I will give another try. Thank you for sharing and inspiring! 💕

[@warriorwoman25]

I just made this recipe of yours and this is the best rice and beans I have ever had. You now have a follower and a fan. I enjoyed it so much. TY for sharing.

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This looks amazing! Will be trying this weekend for sure!

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Boy this looks soooo good. Will be trying it soon.

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

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[@kanikawashington3266]

Lookin good!!! I make them the same way down to mashing. I always add a little crab boil seasoning and always camellia red beans from Louisiana they are the best brand!

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I’m from Nola so I second that ! Lol

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Can’t wait to make this one . Your absolutely correct about Better Than Bouillon should be showing some love to you , I got 5 different flavors in my fridge right now and I never used before seeing you use . Thanks again my cooking game is on another level because of your videos

[@MrMakeItHappen]

nice!! enjoy!

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Another awesome recipe, yummy, thanks so much 🤩👍🤩👍🤩😂

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@dsheila]

I love this recipe and your videos. I've tried it and it is a spoon dropper for real. Thanks for sharing.

[@gungirl77]

Made this tonight, first time for homemade Red Beans and Rice. Was excellent! Easy to make, just made sure to spice it up, everyone was happy! Husband says we are going to be going through some rice! Thanks so much!

[@karenjalloh4698]

OMG! This looks absolutely delicious. You’re right. Cornbread would be fantastic!

[@darkpharaoh542]

Yuuuuup definitely making this. Thanks for this.

[@SugaBee98]

You’ve done it again! Looks amazingly delicious! I can’t wait to make this dish!

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

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Omg looks amazing as always 😍

[@Kennygoodvibestv]

I love this one my first time seeing it made like this

[@1MsParham]

Yessssss this looks amazing. Can’t wait to try this 1. Cooking soon .

[@1MsParham]

I made this over the weekend. This was delicious and perfect for the weather. Definitely making this again possibly in the crockpot next time.

[@southernsass2937]

My Louisiana home most favorite comfort food❣ I cook this very often. Huge party in ya mouth!😋

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you! agreed

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That’s a must have. Thanks 😊 for all recipes

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

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Its freezing here in Connecticut. This channel has the perfect comfort food for my family to keep us full & Warm..

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You made this so easy for us love it!

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Love it im making Saturday im from the southern part of ga in Savannah ga so im sure we will love it...

[@MrMakeItHappen]

nice! Thank you!

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My family loves this recipe 😋 thank you! I love to cook, thanks to you an AB!

[@SunshinePrincess7577]

WOW!!! That looks absolutely delucious - a must try for me!!! 👍🏾🙏🏾💖

[@farleftmac]

Looks so good! I have to try this!

[@sunrae7680]

I ❤ beans. I will be making these immediately. My mouth is watering!! Stuff peppers, quiche and fish recipes. Thank you.

[@cheryldw415]

That looks so good and I can't wait to try it 😋

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@junewebb3838]

This is comfort to the bone. Delicious. Yes the cornbread would be delectable dipped into those beans. Thumbs up.👍 My family loves all your recipes. Thanks Matt for being a great chef.

[@vencebuchanan7524]

I'm definitely going to try this recipe out!

[@collmi23]

Made this a week ago! It was amazing, and easy to cook!

[@marciaholmes591]

The one thing I miss about living in New Orleans on Mondays is red beans and rice. It seems like everyone cooks this on Monday and you have leftovers all week. It's so hard to find pickled tips which are what is normally used in Louisiana, but the smoked turkey is a great substitute. I never thought about it! Thank you for sharing.

[@louisebennett9282]

Finally someone who knows what pickle tips are. That is definitely a local product. It gives an amazing flavor to beans and all types of greens and cabbage. I really miss cooking my Red Beans etc.. with them.

[@marciaholmes591]

@@louisebennett9282 it's the best! If you're anything like me,you probably also cringe when people make hot sausage po boys,but they use smoked sausage and not Patton's lol

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@@marciaholmes591 OMG yes. Lol, but I've introduced Patton's to a few friends and they LOVE IT. Food does bring people together and our city has some of the best cuisine on the map. So I guess I'll continue to be our city's food ambassador. Great chatting with you ⚘

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@@louisebennett9282 Enjoy your weekend!

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This is a perfect recipe. Tasting good, tasting good!

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Looking......good! Definitely on the menu this week!

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[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

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I love tht you uploaded this today because I swear to you, I was just looking for a recipe for just this! I’m about to have Walmart deliver my ingredients ASAP!

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Thank you!

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Thank you!

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Holy cow that looks amazing and delicious. Can't wait to try. ❤❤😂

Yum! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@gypsymom0819]

Matt you are really close for my comfort food. I live in NC and we always have pinto beans and cornbread on standby. If I have time I will throw together some mac n cheese as well. This looked fantastic!!

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

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Flavor on flavor! Love it! 🤤😋

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Looks delicious yum

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Will be making this!

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Thanks for your support !!

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Going to try this tomorrow

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Bruh!!!!! This is amazing

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I'm definitely making this 😋😋😋

[@ericanelson1461]

I loved the way you made your red beans 🫘 and rice Mr. Make It Happen.. I may have try making it your way. You made it look so easy.

[@seanbryant9209]

It was great first time making them. Everyone loved them

[@jamaalab2707]

Just made this yesterday man ol man fire

[@kathleensaenz4717]

I usually make it every Monday here in Cajun Country. I have not used the turkey necks or oregano but I do use bay leaves! Great recioe... I'll have to try your recipe! Thank you. ❤

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Thanks! Made a great dinner for tonight while we're low on food ... the family loves it 😋

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Thank you!

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If only I could make it as you show. Beautiful

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Looks so good. 😋

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Omg, this looks sooo delicious 😋! I'm definitely gonna try this recipe! Cause this was "Lookin good, lookin' good!

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@830jkl]

I’m looking forward to making this. Gonna make my jalapeño, cheddar, apricot cornbread and some reddened catfish to go with it. 🥘♥️

[@1983mzunderstood]

Thank you for showing us how to cook the rice as well, much needed. Lol🙏🏽

[@brandyatkins5904]

Looks so good!!’ I’m definitely going to try this recipe & I would love for you to make Chicken & Dumplings 🙌🏾

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you! I have that on here too

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MAKING THIS TODAY!!!!

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Wow you are the best u tube cook, you make this so much fun, all your descriptions are the bomb, dude loving your videos!! I just subscribed,this rocks, my mommie is a Cajun from Cajun Country Lafayette Area, this is a great red beans and rice recipe!! I'm running to the kitchen to make my pot Now!! Oh yeah!!😋😋😋😋

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This was the best red beans and rice I I ever tasted! 😊 so yummy

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Looks delicious 😋💖

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Wow that looks delicious.

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[@virtuouswoman5867]

Looking gooddddd I gotta make this I never had red beans and rice before

[@cstre2091]

We grew up on pinto beans, raw green onion on the side & cornbread in the skillet....have to say this looks just as tasty & will definitely try it👍👍💗

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A must make for me

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I’m gonna try this

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[@IAMElsLife]

Look so good. A Monday staple dish in Louisiana. Thank you.❤❤❤

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@kara3871]

Going to have to make this. I made the chicken bacon ranch casserole and it was delicious my 2 year old wanted seconds. A keeper in my house.

[@eddiebenoit3215]

Beautifully well done. From Louisiana and of course that's the Foundation I go with, I'll go with pig tails, salt pork, ham hocs, tasso and smoke turkey necks and smoked deer sausage. If not that then andouille sausage with a little cap full of liquid smoke if no e of my meats have been smoked. You presented a quick video, got straight to the point but highlighted the most important things about the beans.... no pun intended 😂

[@iranie4981]

Looks delicious

[@StephenB-iy7pr]

This recipe absolutely delicious…you and a brotha had the best looking recipes. Have cooked this with other type of beans but not red beans…yummy. It’s basically Jamaican stew peas…basically the same way…stew peas just spicier. Yes they use the red beans just called peas😂

[@pamelajones1135]

Looks great 😋

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@corathornhill1486]

This looks so good. This is one thing I have not mastered in the kitchen. I'm trying this

[@MrMakeItHappen]

Thank you!

[@jv1984ply]

I Grew up on red beans n rice it’s a down south classic dish and grandpas favorite

[@MrMakeItHappen]

absolutely!