Creole-Style Red Beans & Rice

Steps

1. 1

   Chop the vegan chipotle sausages into bite-size pieces. Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped sausages, and sauté for 4–5 minutes, until browned and heated through. Field Roast is suggested as a store-bought vegan chipotle sausage option.

   Start 5-minute timer
2. 2

   Transfer the sautéed sausages to a bowl and set them aside.

3. 3

   Using the same skillet, add the chopped onion, green pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften and become fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the Creole or Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring, so the spices become fragrant and coat the vegetables.

   Start 3-minute timer
5. 5

   Remove the skillet from the heat and set the seasoned vegetables aside.

6. 6

   Add the red beans, bay leaf, fresh thyme, and vegetable broth to a pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Once the beans begin boiling, use a potato masher to crush some of the beans. Leave some beans whole so the mixture has both a creamy texture and visible bean pieces.

8. 8

   Add the reserved vegan sausages and seasoned vegetables to the pot of beans. Stir to combine, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Serve the red beans over white or brown rice prepared according to its package instructions. Finish with hot sauce to taste.