Red Beans And Rice With Ham Hocks Recipe

• 1 lb Red kidney beans
• 2 tsp Pepper
• 6 c. Water, to cover
• 2 tsp Thyme
• 2 whl ham hocks
• 1 1/2 tsp Garlic pwdr
• 1 lb Smoked sausage
• 2 1/2 c. Celery, finely minced
• 1 1/2 tsp Oregano
• 2 c. Onion, finely minced
• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 2 c. Green bell pepper, finely minced
• 1 Tbsp. Tabasco sauce
• 5 whl bay leaf
• 1/4 tsp Salt, to taste
• 4 c. Rice, warm, cooked

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