Cajun Red Beans And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. red beans, dried
1 meaty ham bone
1 large onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Wash dried beans and soak overnight. Place in large Dutch oven. Add 3 to 4 quarts water, ham, onion, beans, garlic and salt and pepper. Simmer slowly uncovered for 3 to 4 hours until beans are soft. Serve over cooked rice.