Start by washing and soaking beans in water for 1-2 hours. Longer is fine.
Chop onion, bell pepper and white stems of green onions. Reserve the green parts for later.
Add tsp of oil to a pot and add vegetables.
Once the onions and bell peppers have cooked down, add in smoked meat and season with all seasonings.
Pour in broth and enough water to cover the meat. Let cook on medium for 2 hours.
After cooking, adjust seasoning if needed.
Add in soaked beans and bay leaf. Let beans simmer on medium for 2 hours. Check periodically and stir.
Cook rice by package instructions.
When beans are tender and to your liking, add in chopped green onion stalks and remove bay leaf.
*Optional: Remove all bones for less hassle.
Serve and enjoy!
