Soulful Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound (454g) dried kidney beans, rinsed
• 6 cups (1.4 L) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
• 1 pound (454g) smoked sausage (such as andouille or kielbasa), sliced
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• Cooked white rice (long-grain or medium-grain), for serving
• Optional: Hot sauce, chopped green onions, parsley for garnish