SEAFOOD / ENTREES

• 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

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. Add salt, pepper, sausage, and parsley and continue cooking over low heat for about 1 hour. Serve over a mound of steaming rice and enjoy! For 6-8 people.

Smooth, flavorful, hearty and wonderful.