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    Home » Instant Pot » Authentic Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Recipe

    Authentic Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Recipe

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    Published: Mar 20, 2018 Updated: Nov 28, 2020 by Paint the Kitchen Red | 126 Comments

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Pinterest pin - bowl of rice with red beans and sausage on top garnished with parsley and green onions - Paint the Kitchen Red

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice is an authentic New Orleans recipe made with red beans, andouille sausage and ham hock served over rice. Whether for a family dinner, a gathering with friends, or for Mardi Gras, this Instant Pot beans and rice recipe is a sure crowd-pleaser. A simple and easy recipe with phenomenal flavor!  

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Sausage served on rice in a black bowl on a white wooden background with multicolor napkins. Garnished with parsley and green onions - Paint the Kitchen Red

    Table of Contents


    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. TIPS
    3. INGREDIENTS
    4. STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
    5. RECIPE CARD – PRINTABLE
    6. RELATED RECIPES

    Introduction

    Anyone who’s a fan of New Orleans cuisine would probably have Gumbo, Jambalaya, Etouffee and Red Beans and Rice at the top of their list. If you’re a fan of any of those recipes I think you’re going to love this Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice recipe. 

    Red beans and rice was originally introduced to New Orleans by Haitians who arrived in Louisiana in the late 1700s.  In those days, not just in New Orleans, but all over America, Monday was set aside as laundry day because it took all day to do the laundry! 

    To feed a hungry household, a large pot of red beans would simmer on the stove all day while the washing was being attended to. The ham bone leftover from Sunday’s ham dinner would be added to the pot for extra flavor. 

    To this day in New Orleans, red beans and rice is a staple on home and restaurant menus any day of the week, but especially on Mondays.

    Chez Helene cookbook - Paint the Kitchen Red

    So I’ve mentioned before on my Instant Pot Jambalaya post that I have this little Chez Helene House of Good Food cookbook in my possession which has authentic New Orleans recipes from a famous restaurant that has since closed down. 

    I cannot remember where, when, or how I got the recipe book!  I’ve adapted this Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice recipe from that cookbook and I can honestly say it’s one of my all-time favorite recipes.

    One of the things I changed from the original recipe is I omitted butter.  The recipe calls for 1/2 stick of butter added after cooking – I think it’s really tasty without added butter. But if you want to add a small pat of butter over each serving, I promise not to tell!

    This easy Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice recipe tastes as though you’ve cooked it for hours on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. The individual ingredients are nothing special or exotic, but put together they make such a simple yet flavorful and comforting one-pot dish.

    It really does taste great the next day, so feel free to make ahead. I would even go so far as to recommend that you do.  I’ve also included instructions for quick soaking dried beans in the Instant Pot if you don’t have the time to do pre-soaked beans.

    Here are some other New Orleans, Cajun and Creole recipes you might like to try out!
    – Instant Pot Gumbo
    – Instant Pot Shrimp Etouffee

    – Instant Pot Jambalaya

    TIPS AND SUBSTITUTIONS


    Quick-soaking Dried Beans

    If you’re like me and you often forget to soak your beans overnight, have no fear!  Use the Instant Pot Quick Soak method for dried beans and you’ll have the equivalent of soaked beans in about 30 minutes.


    Ham Hock

    Smoked ham hock or ham shank adds a delicious smoky flavor.  It should be available in your grocery store meat case and is really worth seeking out.  The original recipe from the cookbook also offers the option of using pickled pork, which I’ve never tried.


    Sausage

    Andouille (pronounced ‘ahn-doo-wee’) sausage is a spicy sausage.  You can find it raw or smoked – you need to buy the smoked kind.  If you can’t find smoked andouille sausage, substitute Spanish chorizo or Polish kielbasa.


    Seasonings

    You have a couple of choices for the spices: the recipe calls for cayenne pepper and salt.  But you can substitute a Creole or Cajun seasoning for the cayenne and salt.  I like to use Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning.  You could also omit the spice and serve hot sauce on the side.


    Beans

    The beans you use in this recipe are small red beans, preferably Camellia brand.  These are different from red kidney beans.  If you can’t find them in the dry beans aisle of your grocery store, try the Hispanic food section e.g. Goya small red beans.  If you still can’t locate them, use red kidney beans.  And no canned beans, please!

    Towards the end, the instructions tell you to remove a small portion of the beans and mash them up. You also have the option of blending the beans in a blender. I have a set of mini blender bowls that I use. You can also use a mini food processor. The end result will be more creamy.

    If you’re new to the Instant Pot and aren’t familiar with how to use it, you might find it helpful to first read one of the following guides and then come back here to learn how to make this recipe.

    • Instant Pot DUO Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot ULTRA Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO EVO PLUS Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO NOVA Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO GOURMET Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO CRISP Beginner’s Manual

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice – Ingredients

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    • Red beans
    • Broth
    • Garlic
    • Green onion
    • Bay leaves
    • Parsley
    • Celery
    • Ham hock
    • Onion
    • Bell pepper
    • Andouille sausage
    • Cayenne pepper
    • Black pepper
    • Thyme
    • Salt
    • Oil

    How to Make Red Beans and Rice in the Instant Pot (Step by Step Instructions)

    1. Soak Beans
    2. Turn on Saute Mode
    3. Saute sausage
    4. Add vegetables
    5. Add spices
    6. Add beans and ham hock
    7. Pressure cook
    8. Natural pressure release
    9. Shred ham hock and mash beans
    10. Stir ham hock and beans back in
    11. Heat through

    Soak the Beans

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    • Soak the red beans overnight or use the Instant Pot Quick Soak Beans Method.

    How to Turn on Saute Mode

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    • Instant Pot DUO:  Select the Saute function.
    • Instant Pot ULTRA:  Select the Saute function and press Start.

    Saute Sausage

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    • Once the inner pot has preheated, add oil to the inner pot and let it heat up.
    • Saute andouille sausage until browned (about 5 to 8 minutes).
    • If the sausage browns too quickly, deglaze as needed.

    Add Vegetables

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    • Transfer sausage to a medium bowl using a slotted spoon, and set aside.
    • Add onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic to the inner pot.

    Add Spices

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Instructions collage - saute vegetables spices and deglaze - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Saute vegetables until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.  The liquid released from the vegetables should be enough to deglaze the pan.  If it’s not, add a few tablespoons of broth to deglaze.
    • Add thyme, cayenne, salt, black pepper and stir to coat, about 30 seconds.
    • Add 1/4 cup of broth to deglaze, scraping up all brown bits.

    Add Beans and Ham Hock

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    • Add remaining broth, bay leaves, soaked small red beans and ham hock.
    • Stir to combine.

    Instant Pot Duo Pressure Cook 30 minutes

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    • Close the lid and make sure steam release handle is in ‘Sealing’ position
    • Press ‘Manual’ (or ‘Pressure Cook’) and ‘+’ or ‘-‘ until the display reads ‘30′ (30 minutes).

    Instant Pot Ultra Pressure Cook 30 minutes

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    • Close the lid.
    • Select Pressure Cook mode and adjust the time to 30 minutes (00:30).
    • Press ‘Start’.

    Pressure Cooking Process (Duo and Ultra)

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    • Instant Pot display will change to ‘On’.
    • Once the Instant Pot is pressurized, the float valve will go up.
    • The display will count down to 0; it will then switch to ‘Keep Warm’ mode and display ‘L0:00’  or ’00 00′ and begin to count up the number of minutes since pressure cooking completed.

    How to Naturally Release Pressure (NPR) on the DUO and ULTRA

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    Instant Pot Ultra Natural Release Cancel and Open collage - arrow pointing to float valve down, press cancel button, lid is open and Instant Pot Ultra display shows Off - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Allow the pressure to release naturally (NPR).  The float valve will be in the down position.  This may take 15 to 30 minutes. [Find out more about the pressure release methods and how and when to use them. ]
    • Press Cancel and open the Instant Pot.

    Shred Ham Hock and Mash Beans

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Instructions collage - open instant pot remove ham hock and beans - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Remove the ham hock and chop into bite-size pieces. Discard bone.
    • Remove about 1 cup of beans to a small bowl and mash with a fork.

    Stir Ham Hock and Beans Back in

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Instructions collage - add back chopped ham mashed beans and andouille - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Return chopped ham hock, mashed small red beans and sausage to the inner pot.

    Heat Through

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice Instructions collage - reduce on saute mode stir and serve - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Stir everything and cook in ‘Saute’ mode.
    • Allow the Instant Pot Red Beans to thicken to desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
    • Serve over Instant Pot Rice and garnish with chopped green onions and parsley.
    Instant Pot Red Beans and Sausage served on rice in a black bowl on a white wooden background with multicolor napkins. Garnished with parsley and green onions - Paint the Kitchen Red

    Authentic Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice

    Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice is an authentic New Orleans recipe that will be very popular at your next gathering.  It tastes as though you’ve cooked it for hours, and tastes even better the next day.  Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe is so simple.  I’ve given instructions for using dried beans if you don’t have time to soak.
    4.88 from 55 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 421 kcal
    Author: Paint the Kitchen Red

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tbsp  vegetable oil
    • 1 lb Andouille sausage - cut into slices
    • 1 cup onion - chopped
    • 1 cup bell pepper - chopped
    • 1 cup celery - chopped
    • 1 Tbsp garlic - minced
    • 1 tsp dried thyme
    • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper - or to taste
    • 1 tsp salt - or to taste
    • 1 tsp  black pepper powder - or to taste
    • 4 cups chicken broth - or water
    • 2 bay leaves - (large) or 3 small
    • 1 lb small red beans - soaked overnight or quick-soaked, drained
    • 1 smoked ham hock or ham shank
    • 4 green onions - chopped
    • 1/4 cup parsley - chopped
    • Cooked rice - to serve (about 4 cups)
    • hot sauce - to serve on the side

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Slotted Spoon
    • Medium Bowl

    Instructions

    • Select ‘Saute’ mode and allow the Instant Pot to heat up.
    • Add oil to inner pot of Instant Pot.
    • Add andouille sausage, and cook until browned, about 5 to 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a medium bowl and set aside.
    • Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
    • Add thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper and stir to coat, about 30 seconds.
    • Add a few tablespoons of broth to deglaze the inner pot, so there’s nothing stuck to the bottom.
    • Stir in remaining broth, bay leaves, red beans, and ham hock.
    • Close the Instant Pot and pressure cook on High Pressure for 30 minutes.
    • Allow for a natural pressure release (NPR) and open the Instant Pot.  [Read More: The Different Pressure Release Methods]
    • Remove the ham hock, chop into bite-size pieces and set aside.
    • Remove 1 cup of beans, and mash with a fork.
    • Return ham hock, mashed beans and reserved andouille sausage to the inner pot, and stir well.
    • Select ‘Saute’ mode and allow the Instant Pot Red Beans to thicken, about 5 minutes.
    • Serve over Instant Pot Rice and garnish with green onions and parsley.
    • Serve hot sauce on the side (optional).

    Notes

    • Prep time does not include steps that are already accounted for in the ingredient list, e.g. chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced sausage, etc.
    • Substitute cayenne pepper and salt with Creole or Cajun seasoning, to taste.
    • Andouille is a spicy smoked Cajun sausage. If you don’t have access to it, substitute it with a Spanish chorizo or kielbasa.
    • See the blog post for more detailed recipe tips

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 421 kcal | Carbohydrates: 39 g | Protein: 18 g | Fat: 22 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Cholesterol: 35 mg | Sodium: 880 mg | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 4 g
    CourseMain Dishes
    CuisineAmerican, Cajun / Creole
    Main Ingredientbeans, pork, rice
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Ben

      April 04, 2021 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      Got an instant pot & wanted beans. I was not expecting it to turn out as amazing as it did. If anyone reads this, I don’t take time out of my day for a recipe review unless it’s deserved and this one is going in the books. Sausage, spice, and beans were less than $10 at wally world. The only thing I did different was use a meaty salt pork instead of a ham hock. I live in the SE, but after everyone started cooking through the pandemic, hocks are harder to find these days. A dash of liquid smoke and it’s just glorious. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        April 05, 2021 at 2:17 pm

        Thank you so much for the lovely comment, Ben! Adding liquid smoke is a great suggestion.

        Reply
    2. Sarah

      March 14, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I use the jennie-o turkey kielbasa and no ham hock because some of my family members do not eat pork. They love this recipe, and it is even better the next day for lunch! Thank you.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        March 15, 2021 at 9:50 am

        Thanks, Sarah – I’m so happy you took the time to let me know. Glad to hear you were able to make it without pork and enjoy it.

        Reply
    3. Stephanie

      March 07, 2021 at 6:03 pm

      Your recipe was easy to follow. I’ve had my IP Duo for over a year and this was the “best” use of it thus far. I did cook my beans just a lil longer, and added smoked smoked Ham Hocks I cooked separately. My husband just looved them! So this is the our family’s new “secret” recipe. 😊

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        March 09, 2021 at 3:07 pm

        Stephanie – thank you so much. Glad you liked it!

        Reply
    4. Rebecca

      February 03, 2021 at 12:14 pm

      I’ve made this recipe before and LOVED it. I wanted to make it again but don’t have the instant pot available 🙁 Do you have cook time recommendations for using a slow cooker/crockpot in lieu of an instant pot?

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        February 03, 2021 at 9:11 pm

        Rebecca, I would cook it for 8 to 10 hours on LOW. Make sure there’s enough liquid to cover the contents plus 1/2 inch or so.

        Reply
    5. kc

      January 14, 2021 at 8:52 pm

      5 stars
      Loved the recipe – like all recipes I add my own. I added 2 fresh limes squeezed in the rice along with chopped cilantro. I added a fried egg on top and it was rated a 10 for my family. It’s a dish I will definitely make again.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        January 16, 2021 at 2:56 pm

        Wonderful! Yes, I’m a big fan of making recipes your own.

        Reply
    6. Fonda

      December 30, 2020 at 8:28 pm

      5 stars
      By Far the best red beans and rice I have ever had.
      I have not changed the recipe at all. I use the Tony’s seasoning. I get requests for recipe, and sometimes I do not want to share. Thank you for sharing with us.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        January 02, 2021 at 11:02 am

        Wow, that is such a nice thing to hear, and I’m so happy you like it! Yes, I know what you mean about sharing 🙂 but hearing from readers like you make me glad I did share!

        Reply
    7. Dale Patterson

      December 04, 2020 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      made this last night and it turned out just the way I had hoped it would just the perfect amount of liquid using the quick soak method outlined. rather than using broth I simply used the liquid that was left over after the quick soak and adding a little more water to make 4 cups.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        December 04, 2020 at 2:55 pm

        Dale, I’m so glad you liked the recipe – thank you for commenting and sharing your experience.

        Reply
    8. Nick

      November 18, 2020 at 6:52 pm

      5 stars
      I just finished two bowl and we’re they delicious. I followed your recipe pretty closely with a few tasty modifications. I smoked a pound of country style ribs and added them whole into the pot. I also used slap yo mamma Cajun seasoning along with ancho and chipotle chili powder and a chopped jalapeño. Once the IP completed the natural release, I pulled the pork ribs and added it back into the pot along with the sausage. Since I knew I wouldn’t serve this wonderful dish with rice, I used four cups of broth and one cup of leftover pork juice I had from slow cooking a pork butt.

      I normally share my food with family and friends but not this time. It’s mine. All mine.

      Kind regards,

      Nick

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        November 20, 2020 at 4:06 pm

        Hi Nick, you’re so funny 🙂 Thank you very much for sharing your modifications (nice and spicy!) – I’m sure someone will find your instructions very helpful. I’m thrilled that you liked the recipe. One of my favorites – just made it yesterday and having leftovers today.

        Reply
    9. Geno McKenna

      November 16, 2020 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks to you, I am getting great use out of instant pot! Better yet, your diverse ethic recipe choice is outstanding. Like some of your other readers stated, this does make great leftovers. Super easy to make and my entire family loved it.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        November 20, 2020 at 3:53 pm

        We’re having leftovers of the red beans and rice today! It’s so great that you enjoyed the recipe.

        Reply
    10. Dee

      October 24, 2020 at 4:13 pm

      5 stars
      Best red beans recipe for Instant Pot I’ve made. I used Tony Chachere’s instead of cayenne & calt, and it was perfect. Also served with Tabasco on the table which is how we had it growing up in Texas, and I think adds a lovely touch to the flavor profile. It’s even better the day after. I look forward to leftovers!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        October 26, 2020 at 2:57 pm

        Wonderful – that’s so great to hear. I love this one too 🙂

        Reply
    11. Mike

      August 23, 2020 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      Many thanks for this recipe, it was outstanding. I used Zatarains Creole seasoning. This was much better than the stovetop recipe I had been using. It is also way faster than the stovetop version.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        August 24, 2020 at 12:26 pm

        Mike, I’m always glad to hear from folks who love this recipe as much as I do 🙂

        Reply
    12. Ivy

      June 24, 2020 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      I can’t stress enough how incredible this recipe is. It’s an old standby of mine now, and I make it once every couple of months, then freeze it (sans rice) in portions to reheat when I need a quick, savory meal. I usually add a jalapeno to the mirepoix, since I like a bit more spice and pepper flavor. I also mash most of my mixture, since I prefer it to be more “saucy”. Thank you for posting these amazing, authentic Creole recipes!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        June 24, 2020 at 6:07 pm

        Oh wow! What a nice comment, thank you so much! I’m glad you like the recipe because it’s one of my favorites too – just so comforting 🙂

        Reply
    13. Darlene

      June 24, 2020 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      I love your site. You explain how to use the Instant Pot so clearly. I really like all of the photos that you use. My red beans and rice were delicious. Very authentic. The only change that I made is that I used smoked ham instead of a ham hock. Used the bowl method for the rice and that came out very well also.
      Thank you so much.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        June 24, 2020 at 10:19 am

        Thank you, Darlene! I love this recipe too. If you get a chance to get ham hock, give it a try next time. I hope you get to try out some other recipes.

        Reply
      • Rose

        August 28, 2020 at 6:56 pm

        5 stars
        Great recipe!!! We love New Orleans red beans and rice and being from the Crescent City, I have made them all my life and for my friends now in Texas. They love them, too! I am a relatively newcomer to the Instant Pot, but tried this recipe and it is right on! I have always pre-soaked my beans so that worked or me. I was so glad to find this IP recipe for a dish we love to share. Thank you so much
        I usually use Tony Cachere’s Cajun seasoning, and sometimes cayenne pepper, generally with ham hocks because so readily available, but Andouille sausage is very good!

        Reply
      • Cheryl Ann

        September 07, 2020 at 6:17 pm

        5 stars
        I loved this so much. I can’t wait for leftovers at lunch tomorrow. I’ve never made beans and rice before. I did substitute smoked turkey sausage for less fat. I also goofed and put the sausage in the Instant Pot. It was fine.

        Reply
    14. Janet S

      June 23, 2020 at 9:53 pm

      4 stars
      Used canned beans and put my rice in with all. Nice and thick. I substituted slap ya momma for cayenne. It was delicious.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        June 24, 2020 at 10:32 am

        Janet, thanks for your comment and I’m very glad that you liked the recipe.

        Reply
        • Jeanette B Gilder

          November 20, 2020 at 10:42 am

          5 stars
          You are too kind! Lol

          Reply
      • Nick

        November 18, 2020 at 5:06 am

        Hi Janet… how many cans of beans did you use and how long in the IP. Also, did you do a quick or a natural release. If natural… how long

        Thanks

        Reply
        • Paint the Kitchen Red

          November 20, 2020 at 4:03 pm

          Nick, I don’t think she’ll see your question so I’ll take the liberty to reply. 3 to 4 cans of beans would be the equivalent of 1 lb. bag of dry beans. You probably won’t need to pressure cook as long nor will you need as much liquid. I’ve never tried this recipe with canned beans.

          Reply
        • Susan

          January 11, 2021 at 1:34 pm

          5 stars
          I used 2 cans of drained red beans and smashed 3/4 cup of them. Maybe I could have used 3??) I did NOT put them in the Instant Pot because I was afraid they’d dissolve, so I added them afterwards. It was delicious!

          Reply
          • Paint the Kitchen Red

            January 16, 2021 at 3:19 pm

            Susan you could have pressure cooked them for a shorter amount of time, maybe 15 minutes.

            Reply
    15. Valerie C

      May 14, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe and have made it a few times! It’s as good as when I spend all day making the Paul prudhomme version. So easy and the husband and toddler love it too! Can’t wait to try more of your recipes.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        May 15, 2020 at 9:52 am

        Thanks Valerie – I really appreciate the comment. I’m glad you liked the recipe.

        Reply
    16. Zelyna

      May 03, 2020 at 8:04 pm

      3 stars
      Good recipe but it needs a lot more seasonings. It turned out fairly bland. I added red pepper flakes, more salt, pepper, and garlic to pep it up a bit.
      But we also like things very spicy in this house.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        May 05, 2020 at 2:52 pm

        Zelyna, when it comes to spice you are right, it’s subjective. Some of my readers like it spicy and others don’t so it’s better to adjust to your own tastes, which it sounds like you did. Thanks for commenting.

        Reply
    17. Sonia WIlson

      April 27, 2020 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is AMAZING and 100% approval from my creole-cajun hubby!!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        April 27, 2020 at 7:27 pm

        Yay! I am so happy to hear that and thank you for commenting, Sonia.

        Reply
    18. MelanieLucas

      December 29, 2019 at 1:42 pm

      I made this today. I forgot the ham hock, but I had some smoked ham in the fridge. I did cook my sausage and my veggies in my cast iron skillet. This recipe is so good!!!!! I have eaten this many places, including New Orleans. This ranks up there with some of the best. Thank you very much for sharing your recipe!!!!

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      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        December 29, 2019 at 6:18 pm

        Melanie – thank you for your comment! I am always so happy when other like this recipe as much as I do 🙂

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      • Denise G

        April 07, 2020 at 5:12 pm

        Sometimes to have more ham, i buy a ham steak, chop into bite size pieces. This makes a tasty dinner. Serve cornbread along side.

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        • Paint the Kitchen Red

          April 08, 2020 at 2:35 pm

          That’s a great suggestion – thank you for sharing that.

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