NEW ORLEANS RED BEANS AND RICE 
1 lb. kidney beans, dried
Salt to taste
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 med. onion, finely chopped
24 inches polish sausage, browned and cut
3 bay leaves
4 pieces ham hock
6 - 7 c. water
3 stalks celery, chopped
Rice

Wash beans and in a pot with salt, boil until done. In a skillet, saute garlic, onion and celery. Add to beans after beans are cooked. Add browned sausage, bay leaves and ham hock. Put all ingredients in crock pot with 6 cups water; cover and cook on low for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. serve over rice. Makes 6 servings.

 

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