Craig's Favorite Red Beans And Rice Recipe

• 1 lb Red beans
• 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. Bacon drippings
• 2 x Cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 med Onion, chopped
• 1 bn Scallion, with tops, sliced thin
• 1/2 med Bell pepper, chopped
• 4 x Celery stalk, w/leaves, chopped
• 1 Tbsp. Parsley
• 1 lb Ham seasoning (cubes)
• 6 ounce Salt bacon (opt)
• 1/2 tsp Thyme
• 1 x Bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp Dry Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp Lemon pepper
• 2 x Chicken bouillon cubes

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