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Easy Sweet Cornbread Muffins Recipe

There’s nothing better than a bowl of red beans and rice on a Monday night. One of the best ways to complete the meal is to have a basket of sweet cornbread muffins within arm reach. Making cornbread from scratch is easier than you might think, and ...

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Holiday Side Dish Ideas and the Ultimate Potluck Hero

The holiday season is in full swing, and that means one thing: gatherings, big and small, where the food takes center stage. Whether you're heading to an office potluck or a cozy family dinner, having the right dish can make all the difference. ...

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Green Onion and White Bean Soup

Creamy, hearty, and bursting with vibrant flavor, this Green Onion and White Bean Soup brings comfort to the table any day of the week. One bowl, and you’ll find yourself coming back for more—it’s just that good. I really love a good soup. They ...

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CHEF MELISSA ARAUJO: How Do You Red Bean?

Long before Chef Melissa Araujo opened the popular Alma Café in New Orleans’ Bywater neighborhood in 2020, she knew deep in her soul that she was destined to be a chef. Born in the beach town of La Ceiba, Atlántida, Honduras, Araujo’s culinary ...

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The Ultimate Red Beans and Rice Gift Guide for the Holidays (No Matter Where You Live)

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PAUL SONIAT: How Do You Red Bean?

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Simple Creamed Corn Maque Choux Recipe

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BURKE BISCHOFF: How Do You Red Bean?

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Simple Spicy Black Bean Soup

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Sweet and Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Peach Mango Salsa

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MICHAEL MURPHY: How Do You Red Bean?

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BURKE BISCHOFF: How Do You Red Bean?

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ERIKA FLOWERS: How Do You Red Bean?

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Hi, I’m Eric! At Red Beans and Eric, we celebrate the traditions that bring us together around the table. With approachable recipes and a love for the Monday red beans tradition, I’ll show you just how versatile, flavorful, and soul-satisfying cooking with beans can be. Let’s keep the tradition alive—one pot at a time.

Eric’s Monday Red Beans and Rice Recipe!

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What’s New!

  • Easy Sweet Cornbread Muffins Recipe
  • Holiday Side Dish Ideas and the Ultimate Potluck Hero
  • Green Onion and White Bean Soup
  • CHEF MELISSA ARAUJO: How Do You Red Bean?
  • The Ultimate Red Beans and Rice Gift Guide for the Holidays (No Matter Where You Live)

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