RED BEANS AND RICE
1 pound dried red beans
2 pounds smoked sausage
2 large onions, chopped
3 stalks celery with tops, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 bell pepper, chopped
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
Hot cooked rice
Soak beans overnight in water to cover. Sort, wash and drain beans. Brown sausage in skillet. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Add water to cover. Bring to boil, and then reduce heat. Simmer 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. If necessary, add more water.
Serve over hot rice.
Source: Stephanie Price