Authentic, No Shortcuts, Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

dried red beans, soaked overnight

water

andouille sausage, sliced into rounds

large sweet onion, chopped

green bell pepper, chopped

jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)

garlic, chopped

ground black pepper

Creole seasoning, or to taste

fresh basil leaves, chopped

ham hock

cooked rice