New Orleans Red Beans | MyPlate

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry red beans
• 8 cups water (2 quarts)
• 1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 cup green peppers, chopped
• 3 tablespoons garlic, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme, crushed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper