Red Beans and Rice Recipe

• 1 pound dry red kidney beans (if you’re in Louisiana, only Camellia brand will do)
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 very large onion (about 2 cups chopped)
• 4 ribs celery
• 1 large bell pepper (about 1 1/2 cups chopped)
• 3 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4-1 teaspoon red pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1-2 teaspoons chopped chipotle pepper, in adobo (this is not traditional but lends a smoky taste; substitute another tsp. of Liquid Smoke seasoning if you prefer)
• 1/2-1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
• salt, to taste

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