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How Do You Red Bean?

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MICHAEL MURPHY: How Do You Red Bean?

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KIT WOHL: How Do You Red Bean?

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MURF REEVES: How Do You Red Bean?

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CHELSEA BRASTED: How Do You Red Bean?

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BRYAN BATT: How Do You Red Bean?

Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Bryan Batt has built a successful career spanning Broadway, film, and television. Best known for his portrayal of Salvatore Romano on AMC’s acclaimed drama Mad Men, Batt’s journey from local theater productions to one of television’s most celebrated series ...

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Three Pots of Gumbo: A Gumbo Day Guide

Monday, October 12, is National Gumbo Day. Here in Michigan, that lands in the middle of October's mood swings - a gray, cool, rainy Sunday that begs for a pot on the stove. Even if Monday warms back up, gumbo was made for a weekend like that. I have three gumbo recipes on the site. Each one is a ...

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JAMIE MEEKS: How Do You Red Bean?

Jamie Meeks has been the Director of Sports Nutrition for the New Orleans Saints since 2015. A Registered Dietitian (RD) and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), she works alongside the team's athletic trainers, strength coaches, and medical staff to develop fueling, hydration, and ...

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Chicken and Andouille Sausage Brown Jambalaya Recipe

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What to Serve with Red Beans and Rice

Plate of Smothered Okra and Tomatoes with Andouille Sausage from Red Beans and Eric. A fork sits on the bed of rice.

Smothered Okra and Tomatoes with Andouille Sausage

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MARK ROMIG: How Do You Red Bean?

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CHEF TOMMY DIGIOVANNI: How Do You Red Bean?

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HEATHER ST. MARIE: How Do You Red Bean?

How Do You Red Bean?

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JOHN PAPA GROS: How Do You Red Bean?

Jonathan Floyd of Box of Care talks red beans and rice with Red Beans and Eric

JONATHAN FLOYD: How Do You Red Bean?

BRETT ‘SHAGGY’ DUFFEE: How Do You Red Bean?

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CHEF MELISSA ARAUJO: How Do You Red Bean?

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MICHAEL ALLEN ZELL: How Do You Red Bean?

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WENDELL BRUNIOUS: How Do You Red Bean?

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Welcome to Red Beans and Eric!

Red Beans and Eric is a place where food, culture, and community come together, no matter where you call home. Here, you’ll find comforting, home-cooked meals inspired by the flavors of southern Louisiana. But this is more than just sharing great food; it’s also about the stories, traditions, and experiences that make every meal special. So, pull up a chair, grab a plate, and let’s celebrate the spirit of New Orleans together!

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Eric’s Monday Red Beans and Rice Recipe!

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Eric’s Famous Slow Cooker Jambalaya

Photo of Eric's famous slow cooker jambalaya once called The Forgotten Once Jambalaya. There's a plate of French bread beside the bowl of jambalaya.

What’s New!

  • BRYAN BATT: How Do You Red Bean?
  • Three Pots of Gumbo: A Gumbo Day Guide
  • JAMIE MEEKS: How Do You Red Bean?
  • Chicken and Andouille Sausage Brown Jambalaya Recipe
  • What to Serve with Red Beans and Rice

Most Popular Recipes in the Community!

Slow Cooker Jambalaya Recipe (Forgotten-Once, Set-and-Forget)
Chef Isaac Toups Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
How Long Do Cooked Beans Last in the Fridge? (3–5 Days)
Red Beans and Rice Recipe (New Orleans Monday Tradition)
Blue Runner Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Why Are My Beans Still Hard After Cooking?
How Long Does Cooked Rice Last in the Fridge? (And How to Tell When It's Gone Bad)
Chicken and Sausage with Okra Gumbo
How to Make Pickled Pork for Your Beans
Chili Cheese Burrito inspired by the Taco Bell Chilito

Bean Recipes

Robert Medina New Orleans Red Beans and Rice

Bowl of Gameday Bean Chili with Chili Con Queso and the jar of Desert Pepper Trading Company Chili Con Queso.

The Best Gameday Bean Chili with Chili Con Queso

Pickled Pork

How to Make Pickled Pork for Your Beans

Author Kit Wohl’s Red Beans and Rice

Black-Eyed Peas and Rice (Meatless Southern Classic)

Bowl of a simple Spicy Black Bean Soup made by Red Beans and Eric.

Simple Spicy Black Bean Soup

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