Red Beans and Rice

2 lbs. red beans
5 quarts water
2 onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
5 bay leaves
1 ham bone
1 lb. ham seasoning, cubed
2 Tbsp. bacon drippings

Place beans in large pot and rinse several times. Add water, onion, garlic and bacon drippings. Cover and cook on med. flame for 2 hours. Add ham bone, ham seasonings and bay leaves. Cook, covered, to a creamy consistency, about 3 or 4 hours. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve over rice.