After the flight! Red beans and Rice Simmering on the stove!

2 lbs of red beans, rinsed in a colander
1 large onion, chopped
1 large bell pepper, chopped
1 lb of bacon, cut into one inch pieces
2 lbs of smoked sausage, cut into slices
Season to your taste

Fill a stock pot half full of water. Add red beans, onion, bell pepper, sausage and bacon; add salt and pepper. Add Creole and Cajun Seasoning (optional). Stir. Cook on high heat until it comes to a boil. Lower heat to medium low. Simmer approximately 1 hour until the beans are soft and the gravy is thick. Stir often. Season to taste while simmering.

Serve over steamed rice.