Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

• 1 pound red beans, washed, drained, and soaked in water overnight, drained
• 3 cups water
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 large bay leaf, crushed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup cooking oil
• Salt and pepper
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• Steaming rice

Method

1. Place beans in cold water in a 4-quart pot. Add garlic, celery, bay leaf, onion, and oil and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours. Add water as needed, stirring occasionally.
2. Add salt, pepper, sausage, and parsley and continue cooking over low heat for about 1 hour.
3. Serve over a mound of steaming rice and enjoy!

Yield: 6-8 servings