Real Cajun Red Beans And Sausage

1. 1

   Wash beans.

2. 2

   In a large Dutch oven, cover beans in cold water and soak overnight. (or use fast method - put beans in water, bring to boil, cover and let stand for a couple hours).

3. 3

   When the beans are ready to cook, add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf and (optional) ham-bone with some meat on it.

4. 4

   Add enough additional water to cover the beans by at least 3 inches.

5. 5

   Cook slowly stirring occasionally until beans are tender, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

6. 6

   In the last 30 minutes of cooking mash some of the beans to thicken the gravy.

7. 7

   Add the smoked sausage and season to taste with salt and pepper.

8. 8

   (The heat may be increased to evaporate excess water if the beans are too watery.).

9. 9

   Stir to prevent sticking.

10. 10

    Serve over steamed rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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