1 lb. red kidney beans, rinsed & drained
1 slice of salt pork
1 or 2 med. sized onions, chopped
2 or 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
3 qt. water
1 tbsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1 lb. smoked sausage (or Kielbasa), sliced, sauteed & drained

In a large cast iron Dutch oven or crock pot, bring all ingredients except sausage to a boil. Simmer until beans are soft and liquid is thick. (If using a crock pot, set on high for 4 to 5 hours.) Stir in sausage and cook an additional 30 minutes. Serve over hot rice. Top with chopped green onions. Serve with hot corn bread.