Crockpot Red Beans and Rice

Lorraine of AZ's Note:

I watched a video of this recipe, showing the preparation, over at YouTube. It was shared by Robin who uses the name lovekisses99. Since my friend insists I need to eat more beans, I copied the recipe. I have the beans soaking now!

• Total Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 8 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 lb small red beans, washed and soaked overnight
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 1 cup onion, chopped (1 medium)
• 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into quarters lengthwise and sliced (such as kielbasa)
• 1 1/2 quarts water
• hot cooked rice

Directions:

1. Drain the beans and put them in a crockpot. Add the onion, cajun seasoning, and garlic. Stir. Add enough water to cover the beans, about 1-1/2 quarts. Add the bay leaf.
2. Cover and cook on HI heat for a total of 8 hours.
3. After 7 hours, add the sausage and finish cooking one hour.longer.
4. Meanwhile cook rice of your choice. To serve. put a serving of rice on a plate and spoon the bean mixture over.
5. The beans and rice may also be mixed together and served. Red beans and rice may serve as a main dish or as a side dish.