Red Beans And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. ham, diced
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 Tbsp. chopped celery
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 (15 to 16 oz.) cans small red kidney beans
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. crushed chilies
2 c. water
2 c. cooked rice

Preparation

Saute ham, onion and celery in oil until onion is tender in medium saucepan.
Add remaining ingredients except rice; bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
Serve over cooked rice. Makes 6 servings.