Red Beans and Rice (5 Gallons)

Makes 5 Gallons

Ingredients: 4 lbs Manda Sausage, 3 lbs Red Beans (washed), 3 Onions (diced), 1 Bell Pepper (diced), 1 Celery Stalk (diced), 8 Chicken Bouillon Cubes, 2 tbs. Minced Garlic, 1 stick Butter, 1½ gallons Water (or 25 cups) (more water may be needed)

Cut sausage into 3 inch pieces.  

Melt the butter and cook the onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic over medium heat for 5 minutes.  Add the sausage and cook another 5 minutes.  Add the beans, the water, and the bouillon cubes.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 4 hours or until the beans are tender.  If necessary, add more water to the beans while they are simmering.  Season to taste.  Serve over cooked rice.