Red Beans & Rice

Ingredients

• 1 lb. red beans, wash and drain
• cut up smoked sausage (2 handfuls)
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 c. white wine
• 4 c. water (make sure beans are covered with 2-inches water)
• 1/2 tsp. hot sauce (or more to taste)
• 1/4 tsp. bitters
• 1 bay leaf