Recipe: Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 3 slices Bacon (sliced)
• 1 medium Onion (diced, about 2 cups)
• 1 large green bell pepper (diced, about 1 cup)
• 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 4 links Andouille sausage (sliced)
• 1 cup dried red kidney beans (soaked for 36-48 hours, drained)
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 cups long-grain, buttered rice (cooked (see note))
• diced scallions (for garnish)