It's clouding over and we have a chance of snow. I'm making this tonight, eating it tomorrow while I watch some pro football.


Lasyone's Red Beans and Sausage

1 pound dry red kidney beans (picked & washed)
1/2 cup Wesson oil or bacon drippings
1/2 cup dry parsley flakes
10 cups water
1 teaspoon Accent
2 teaspoons salt
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 ribs of celery, chopped
2 Tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 cup chopped smoked sausage

In a 4-quart pot, combine all of the above ingredients except the smoked sausage. Cook approximately 2 hours or until beans are tender, on medium fire, uncovered. More water may be added as needed. Add smoked sausage the last 30 minutes of cooking time.

Serve over fluffy, white rice.

For additional sausage, cut smoked sausage in links and pan fry. Place on top of red beans and rice to serve.