New Orleans Style Red Beans & Rice
"Over the years, (I would like to think that) I have mastered this New Orleans Favorite. After watching my mom cook red beans & rice for many years, I now cook them for my husband, his family, my co-workers, and friends. I apologize, up front, for the absence of certain measurements, but as you know, when cooking, sometimes we just eyeball it and then perform a taste test later. NOTE: I cook white beans the same way...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb kidney bean (I only use Camelia, however, I know that it is hard to find outside of New Orleans)
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1 medium onion (chopped)
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4 -5 garlic cloves (minced)
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2 tablespoons margarine
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seasoning salt (to taste, I use McCormick Season-All)
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salt (optional)
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pepper (to taste)
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parsley flakes (approximately 1-2 tbsp)
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8 bay leaves
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1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces (I prefer Cavanaugh or Hillshire Farms)
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1 lb ham, cubes
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water
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1/2 cup margarine (I use Imperial)
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