1 lb. sm. ham hocks
1 bay leaf
1 red pepper pod
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lb. dried red beans
1 onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 qts. cold water

Wash and soak beans overnight. To prepare drain beans, rinse lightly. Put beans in a large soup pot and cover with 2 quarts of water. Turn heat on. Bring water to just before boil. Add hocks, onions and seasons. Bring back to slow boil and cook for at least 2 hours until beans are tender. Serve with rice.