Spicy Red Beans and Rice

I guess I'm one of those women "who have moved from the country in body but not in heart"! Although I'm an attorney in a large city, my parents are ranchers. And, since they once grew rice,...

Directions Sort and rinse beans. In a large Dutch oven or kettle, place all ingredients except parsley and rice. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, 3 to 4 hours or until beans are tender....

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry red kidney beans
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 quart water
• 1 large smoked ham hock
• 2 to 2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1/2 cups chopped celery
• 1-1/2 cups chopped onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• Cooked rice