Paul Prudhomme Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound smoked Andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 1/2 pound smoked ham hock or ham bone
• 1 pound dried red kidney beans, rinsed and picked over
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons Blend of paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, oregano, thyme
• Dried thyme 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaves 2 Whole leaves
• Black pepper 1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground for best flavor
• Salt To taste Add towards the end
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 4 cups water
• Pinch of salt