Creole Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Soak beans overnight; add onion, green pepper and garlic. Boil 1/2 hour, then lower to simmer.
2. 2
   Cook sausage in a bit of water 15 minutes to draw out most of the fat.
3. 3
   Add to beans.
4. 4
   Add remaining ingredients.
5. 5
   Slowly cook for 2 or 3 hours.
6. 6
   Add water if needed.
7. 7
   If you want real thick gravy, crush lots of beans after they begin to fall apart.
8. 8
   Serve over rice.