Red Beans and Rice with Kielbasa

Red Beans and Rice with Kielbasa
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Ingredients
1 pound dried red kidney beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound turkey kielbasa, cut into ¼-inch thick rounds
1 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¾ teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cups hot cooked white rice


Instructions
1. Rinse beans. Place beans in a large bowl or Dutch oven. Cover with water by several inches. Let soak overnight.
2. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add kielbasa and cook until browned on both sides. Add onion, celery and garlic. Cook until onion is tender. Drain beans and add to pan. Add chicken broth and enough water to cover by 2 inches. Add parsley, salt and hot sauce.
4. Cook beans until tender, 1 ½ to 1 ¾ hours. Add more water if needed. Serve over hot rice. Serves 8.


Nutritional Information
Per serving: 390 calories, 6g fat, 30mg chol., 22g prot., 61g carbs., 9g fiber, 790mg sodium.