Red beans and rice is a classic Lousiana dish that's popular on Monday in both Cajun and Creole cuisines. But just why is it ...

New Orleanians ate red beans and rice on Mondays because it was laundry day, and they cooked their red beans on the stove while the wash water heated. Or maybe it’s because they needed to use the ...

Governor John Bel Edwards signed a Proclamation declaring October 24 as Red Beans and Rice Day across Louisiana. While this dish is hearty and delicious, there are health benefits. According to the ...

In Louisiana, red beans and rice are a Monday meal tradition, a classic example of Creole cuisine. Families often cook red beans and rice on Monday, utilizing leftover ham bones... In Louisiana, red ...

A seemingly endless pile of Red kidney Beans - kariphoto/Shutterstock Louisiana is renowned for its food and culture, and it's easy to see why. The southern state is best known for being home to the ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It’s “Monday’s favorite ...

This recipe is based on a summery salad in "The Gumbo Shop Cookbook." A limited amount of fresh red beans have been available at the farmers' markets, but you can use other fresh beans, cooked dried ...

A couple weeks ago, I missed out on some fresh red beans at our local farmers market. I made sure not to make that mistake twice. This week, I got there early to buy two quart-sized bags full of plump ...

A Louisiana tradition that dates back to the 19th century is still alive and Governor John Bel Edwards has officially declared October 24 as “Red Beans & Rice Day.” The red beans and rice duo has ...