Judy's Red Beans And Rice Recipe

• 1 lb Dry red kidney beans Water to cover beans
• 2 x Ham hocks for flavoring (optional)
• 2 1/2 c. Finely minced celery
• 2 c. Finely minced onions
• 2 c. Finely minced green bell peppers
• 5 x Bay leaves Salt to taste (1-2 tsp.) added when beans are nearly done
• 2 tsp Pepper
• 2 tsp Dry thyme leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp Garlic pwdr
• 1 1/2 tsp Oregano leaves
• 1 tsp Red pepper (Cayenne)
• 1 Tbsp. Tabasco sauce
• 1 lb Andouille smoked sausage or possibly Polish sausage, cut into 3/4" pcs
• 4 c. Warm cooked rice

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