Ingredient:

• 1 pound dried red beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 6 to 8 cups hot cooked rice
• Hot pepper sauce
• Thinly sliced green onions