Red Beans And Rice


Directions

Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours. Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over rice.

Ingredients

   1 pound dry kidney beans
   1/4 cup olive oil
   1 large onion, chopped
   1 green bell pepper, chopped
   2 tablespoons minced garlic
   2 stalks celery, chopped
   6 cups water
   2 bay leaves
   1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
   1 teaspoon dried thyme
   1/4 teaspoon dried sage
   1 tablespoon dried parsley
   1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
   1 pound sausage, sliced
   4 cups water
   2 cups long grain white rice