Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb. Italian sausage, sliced 1-inch thick
  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1/2 c. celery, chopped
  • 1 small green pepper, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 c. green onion tops, chopped
  • 2 (15 oz.) cans New Orleans style kidney beans
  • 2 Tbsp. ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 1/8 tsp. red pepper
  • 1 c. raw rice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method

  • Saute sausage and butter for 5 minutes.
  • Remove sausage and drain.
  • Saute vegetables in drippings for 5 minutes or until they begin to wilt.
  • Add sausage, beans and remaining ingredients. Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Cook rice according to package.
  • Serve red beans over rice.
  • Feeds 8 people.