Red Beans, Barley and Sausage Stew

1 lb. uncooked red kidney beans, soaked overnight
1 (46-oz.) can chicken broth
2 cups water
1 lb. smoked sausage, sliced
1 cup barley
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. thyme

Drain and rinse beans. Put all ingredients in a large crockpot, stir, cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours.

Yields 8 servings.

AUTHOR: DSredTX