Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dried red beans
  • 1/2 lb. salt pork and ham hock
  • 2 qt. water
  • 3 c. chopped onion
  • 1 c. chopped green pepper
  • 2 large cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 3/4 tsp. red pepper
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 to 4 generous dashes Tabasco
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Method

  • Cover beans with water and soak overnight or 2 to 3 hours. Drain and cook beans in 2 quarts of water for 45 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and cook slowly for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve over rice.
  • Serves 4 to 6.