Quick Cajun Beans and Rice

• ounces low-fat smoked sausage, sliced 1/2-inch pieces↗14 ounces

  sliced 1/2-inch pieces

• (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained↗4 cans

  drained

• chicken broth↗6 cups
• onions, chopped↗1 1⁄2 cups

  chopped

• bay leaves↗3
• dried thyme↗1 teaspoon
• garlic powder↗3⁄4 teaspoon
• dried oregano↗3⁄4 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper↗1 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1 teaspoon
• liquid smoke1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Throw all of this into a Dutch oven or stock pot.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat and simmer until it smells so good you can't stand it! (At least one hour.).

4. 4

   Serve over hot cooked rice. I prefer medium grain rice for texture.