Red Beans and Rice

After looking at several recipes for red beans and rice, this is the combination of ingredients I came up with. We really enjoyed it!


1 lb. sausage, sliced (next time I'll try something a little more spicy)
1 lb. dried red beans, soaked in water overnight and drained
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
1-2 green peppers, coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 bay leaves
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2. tsp. thyme

Place all ingredients in a slow cooker. Fill with enough water to cover the ingredients. Cook on low 8-10 hours. Serve over rice or corn bread.