Dirty Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare vegetables as directed.
2. 2
   Add crushed garlic.
3. 3
   Brown sausage in large pot.
4. 4
   Remove sausage and set aside.
5. 5
   To sausage drippings, add enough bacon drippings or oil to make 1/2 cup.
6. 6
   Add flour and brown, stirring constantly, over medium-high-heat until the roux is very dark brown (about the color of an old penny).
7. 7
   Be careful not to scorch the roux.
8. 8
   Immediately add chopped vegetables and stir and cook a few minutes.
9. 9
   Then add chopped giblets and cook until pink color is gone.
10. 10
    Add water, the sausage and seasonings and simmer 2 hours.
11. 11
    30 minutes before serving, add green onion tops and parsley.
12. 12
    Before serving, add hot cooked rice, mix well.