Louisiana Style

Red Beans & Rice

Beans

Bell pepper

Onion

Celery

Thyme Cayenne Bay Leaf

Garlic

Smoked meat

Parsley

Creole seasoning

Rice

Soak beans overnight in salted water

Brown smoked meat and reserve seasoned oil

Remove meat and set aside

Saute onion, bell pepper and celery in the reserved oil

Add beans to stockpot

Add water

Add thyme and cayenne

Add Creole seasoning and bay leaves

Add parsley

Add browned meat back to pan

Simmer uncovered till tender

Serve & Enjoy!

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