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Butter Beans and Rice with Sausage

Beans and Rice are a staple in the diets of almost every culture. Although a simple meal, it packs a significant nutritional punch. Providing a healthy source of plant-based protein, good carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Soaking Dried Beans8 hours
Total Time9 hours 25 minutes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beans and Rice
Servings: 8
Calories: 446kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Dry Beans I like white lima beans, but any beans will work
  • 1 1/2 Quarts Water Or stock
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Red Onion Diced
  • 1 Cup Celery Diced
  • 2 Tablespoons Garlic Crushed and chopped
  • 2 Cups Red Potatoes Diced
  • 4 Cups Carrots Diced
  • 1 14-Ounce Can Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 Teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 5 Ounces Spinach Or greens of your choice
  • 2 Teaspoons Salt
  • 1 Pound Polska Kielbasa or Turkey sausage
  • 2 Cups Brown Rice

Instructions

  • Rinse and sort the dry beans to remove any weird beans or stones. Soak the beans at least 8 hours, overnight is best, then drain and rinse
  • In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch Oven, add the beans, water, sausage, tomatoes, and the dry herbs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for approximately 1½ hours, until beans are almost done (check the cooking instructions on the bean package, cooking times may vary)
  • Add the potatoes and carrots and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and continue to simmer for approximately 30-45 minutes
  • In a separate frying pan, sauté the onions in 2 tablespoons of olive oil for 3 minutes until soft, then add the celery and sauté for 2 more minutes. Finally, add the salt, garlic and sauté for 1 minute, add the onion mixture to the beans.
  • The carrots will be the test if the soup is done or not. Test a large carrot. If it’s done, the soup is done.
  • Add the fresh spinach, stir to combine and wilt, about 1 minute. Other tougher greens such as kale or collards will take longer
  • Serve with a serving of rice in the bottom of the bowl

Brown Rice

  • Prepare rice separately per manufactures instructions
Nutrition Facts
Butter Beans and Rice with Sausage
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 40mg13%
Sodium 1166mg51%
Potassium 726mg21%
Carbohydrates 50g17%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 12484IU250%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 91mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.