2 lbs. red beans
5 qts. water
2 onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste
5 bay leaves
1 ham bone
1 lb. ham seasoning, cubed
2 tbsp. bacon drippings

Place beans in large pot and rinse several times. Add water, onions, garlic and bacon drippings. Cover and cook medium flames for approximately 2 hours. Add ham bone, ham seasoning and bay leaves. Cook, covered, to a creamy consistency (about 3 or 4 hours). Salt and pepper to taste. Serve over cooked rice. Serves 12 to 15.