Cajun Red Beans & Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb red beans, dried (soak over night in water)
2 tablespoons shortening
1 quart water
3 cups onions, chopped
1 bunch green onion, chopped
2 pods garlic, chopped (approx. 20 cloves)
1 cup green pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 lb kielbasa, cut into pieces (I use Ekerich smokey links)
2 cups rice (cooked according to directions on package)
1 (4 ounce) bottle hot sauce

Preparation

Drain red beans, rinse and in a large soup pot combine the beans, and water. Bring to a boil and cook 45 minutes. Add all vegetables, shortening, tomatoes, and seasonings. Cook 1 hour, covered. Stir occasionally.
Add sausage and cook 45 minutes, or until the beans are cooked.
Serve with a few tablespoons of rice on top and (optional) dashes of \"Louisania Hot Sauce\".