Classic Creole Dish: Creole Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried red beans
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Cooked white rice for serving