Authentic Red Beans And Rice

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried red beans
• SEASONING MIX:
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sweet basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne
• Day Two Preparation:
• 1/2 pound bacon, finely diced
• 1 1/2 cups onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 3 bay leaves
• 2 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups Mahatma(R) or Carolina(R) White Rice, Prepared