Bayou Beans and Rice

2 cups red beans
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
Bay leaf
Pinch of sugar
Cayenne pepper, to taste
Ham hocks
Cooked rice
Smoked sausage, optional

Wash beans, soak overnight and drain. Cover beans and all ingredients with cold water. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until done. Serve over rice.

NOTE: Large link smoked sausage, added at the last 30 minutes gives delicious seasoning and makes a complete meal with hot fluffy rice and a tossed salad.

Serves 6.