New Orleans Red Beans And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. red beans, washed and sorted
3 c. water
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
2 Tbsp. parsley
1 large bay leaf, crushed

Preparation

Cook beans in water.
Season with salt and bacon, ham, sausage or other meat seasoning.
Cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Add onion, garlic, celery and bay leaf.
Continue to cook over low heat for 1/2 to 1 hour.
If beans become dry, add heated water.
Serve over rice.
Hot French bread completes the meal.