Creole Sausage and Rice Pie with Red Bean Crust
Dive into a bold fusion of Southern comfort and Creole spice with this Creole Sausage and Rice Pie with Red Bean Crust. This savory pie features a unique crust made from creamy mashed red beans blended with panko breadcrumbs, creating a flavorful and hearty base. The filling combines smoky andouille sausage, aromatic vegetables like onion, bell pepper, and celery, and perfectly seasoned rice infused with Creole seasoning and optional cayenne for a spicy kick. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and garnished with fresh scallions, this dish is baked to golden perfection, delivering a satisfying medley of textures and flavors in every slice. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this recipe is a celebration of Creole cuisine that's easy to make yet impressively unique. Keywords: Creole sausage and rice pie, red bean crust recipe, Southern comfort food, andouille sausage rice bake, Creole-inspired dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked red beans (preferably canned, rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 units large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked andouille sausage (sliced into thin rounds)
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 units celery stalks (diced)
- 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups long-grain white rice (cooked)
- 0.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoons Creole seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional, for spicier flavor)
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 units scallions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish or cast-iron skillet.
Prepare the red bean crust by mashing the cooked red beans in a large bowl until they form a paste. Add the panko breadcrumbs and eggs, mixing well to combine into a consistent dough.
Press the red bean mixture evenly into the greased pie dish or skillet, covering the bottom and sides to form the crust. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the andouille sausage slices and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked rice, chicken broth, Creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the browned sausage.
Spoon the sausage and rice mixture into the prepared red bean crust, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the pie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is slightly crisp around the edges.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with sliced scallions and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 188.3 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.5 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 7055 mg | 307% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 144.4 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1646 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3127 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
