Ingredients

• 2 cups dried red beans, rinsed
• 3 scallions
• 1 tbsp parsley
• 2 shallots
• 2 quarts water
• 1 cup cubed ham
• 2 chopped cloves of garlic
• Salt, black, and hot pepper to taste

Directions

1. Combine scallions, parsley, shallots, and hot peppers to form a paste.
2. Heat oil medium heat and add seasoning paste, beans, and scallions. Add water, ham hock, parsley, and cubed ham and bring to boiling.
3. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until beans are tender. Remove ham hock. Process beans and juice in an electric blender or force through a strainer.
4. Return sauce to low heat and season to taste.