I think this is a great base recipe to use, and I'll be using it again and again. We added a package of chopped frozen spinach, and also added at least 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan. It was DELICIOUS. I can't wait to try it again using different vegetables as add-ins. Great recipe!

Reviewed On: Feb. 22, 2009

I REALLY liked this. I would make it at least once a week, it was so easy and delicious, but unfortunately my husband thought it was completely bland. I am going to try to use it as a base recipe and add lots more seasonings and such, so maybe he will like it. Even though my husband wasn't impressed, I am giving this recipe 5 stars because I thought it was fantastic!

Reviewed On: Jan. 18, 2009

My mom is Puerto Rican, and I lived in Puerto Rico as a child. I have been craving the red beans and rice I remember from this period, and this recipe totally hit the spot, I am so pleased. I didn't puree anything, just kept everything at a fine chop. I used smoked sausage instead of ham, yellow squash instead of pumpkin (even though I really wanted pumpkin - it's what I remember), and I had to use two packets of Sazon Goya instead of the annatto or achiote powder (I am going to keep trying to find these). It was SO GOOD, and had the exact flavor I remember and love. Next time I make it I am going to use more liquid, my husband wanted more "juice" for his rice. I thought it was perfect as is. Excellent, excellent recipe!

Reviewed On: Jan. 18, 2009