Red Beans And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. red kidney beans
1 ham bone, plus leftover ham bits
2 c. chopped onion
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
2 c. chopped celery (including leaves)
1 tsp. coarse black pepper
3 qt. water
1 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. cayenne
1 lb. smoked sausage, sliced, sauteed and drained

Preparation

In a large Dutch oven, bring all ingredients, except sausage, to a boil.
Simmer 4 to 5 hours, until beans are soft and liquid is thick.
Stir in sausage for the last 30 minutes of cooking. Adjust seasonings.
Serve over hot rice.