Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2007

I hate to say, but based on the reviews I was disappointed. This was okay, but just too bland and ordinary for my palate. However, great for a quick and easy meal.

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FOODGU1

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Home Town: San Diego, California, USA

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Reviewed: Aug. 10, 2007

Yummy! Added creole seasoning and hot sauce, and used deeeliious ful fat sausage. Could've put in a little more sausage as my man and I had to fight for it. Will definitely make again!

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Angela Y.

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Reviewed: Aug. 10, 2007

Great! I put in some of Tony Chachere's cajun seasoning instead of the recommended pepper and salt.

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252BECKY

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Reviewed: Aug. 6, 2007

I know this isn't authentic red beans and rice, but it sure is good. I ended up using one 14-oz can of diced tomatoes and then chopped up 2 small tomatoes I had on hand. Also used 3 cans of kidney beans (one can undrained on purpose) and added a bunch of seasoning to taste (cajun, cumin, red pepper, etc.). A definite keeper.

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BBHOLT

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Reviewed: Jul. 9, 2007

Big hit in the f!amily. Loved it!

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Tannia Sue

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Reviewed: Jul. 3, 2007

This recipe came out really good, but I added a LOT more spice. I think it would have been pretty bland if I hadn't. I ended up adding about 2 or 3 tbs of Emeril's Essence, and about 4 more garlic cloves than it called for. The result is perfection! Yum yum!

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JENNIFER313

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Reviewed: Jun. 22, 2007

Good base recipe. I added basil, cumin, celery seed, and Cajun seasoning in addition to the oregano. I also used diced tomatoes & jalapeños. My husband, who doesn't much care for red beans & rice, said it was the best he'd ever had.

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mezo

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Birmingham, Alabama, USA

Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 16, 2007

Very easy and very yummy. I added some cajun spice to kick it up a bit and it was perfect. Will definitely make again and again.

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Jackie H

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Reviewed: Mar. 30, 2007

Its a very simple recipe but doesn't add much flavor.

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Emily

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Reviewed: Mar. 23, 2007

I have made this recipe a few times and we always love it - even my kids. I substitute a can of pinto beans and black beans instead of kidney bean (personal preference) and omit the green pepper. I didn't have flavored tomatoes so I just added a tsp of cajun seasoning.

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vegascook

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Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2007

This was a really good quick recipe for tinkering with to suit your family's tastes. I was looking for a more "cajun" style flavor so I replaced the turkey kielbasa with andouille sausage and used about a tbsp of creole seasoning and a few dashes of hot sauce instead of the oregano. I also didn't drain the kidney beans before adding them (whoops, my mistake) and just cooked it a little longer to reduce the liquid. It came out delicious, husband and son really enjoyed it!

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Suzy S.

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2007

Cooked up easy enough, but if I hadn't added the Zatarain's it would have been as bland as heck. Even after that it just wasn't very good. Ended up throwing most of it out, which was disappointing.

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CUTIEAKC

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Belleville, Ontario, Canada

Living In: Winchester, Ontario, Canada

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Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2006

This was very good, and a lot less time consuming than the ones I usually make. I will make mine for that real authentic all day flavor, but I will make these when I am more pressed for time, they really are good. Thanks.

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Rhonda Brock Fuller

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Living In: Empire, Alabama, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 4, 2006

I really like this . My husband thought it was okay. I will be making this again because it was really easy and good.

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valerie

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Home Town: Rialto, California, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 3, 2006

I thought this was very good and super easy to make. I did add some cajun seasoning but the spicy cajun sausage I used provided plenty of "kick." We'll definitely make this again.

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Jacqui

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Reviewed: Oct. 1, 2006

pretty good

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Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2006

We love it and I have never made anything like this before.After trying weight watchers rice ans beans I decided to make my own and this is way better.Thanks for the keeper

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OREOCOOKIES2

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Reviewed: Aug. 27, 2006

Needs more seasoning.

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VALERIE

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Reviewed: Aug. 22, 2006

good,flaverful,I added mushrooms to it,I will make this again

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nici

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Reviewed: Aug. 14, 2006

This is great tasting and EASY so it gets a 5!!! If your looking for an authentic beans and rice this isn't it but it is tastes great!!! I've made it several times and think its more flavorful with real kielbasa - the grease adds something lol - not as healthy but has a fuller flavor - also don't be afraid to add additional spices for a kick. I make the rice in my rice cooker so it's even easier!

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