you recommend?
the type of sausage that you use in the recipe is entirely up to you. some people use a pound of "hot" bulk sausage to give it that little extra kick. others use smoked sausage links that come in a long rope. slice and brown your chosen sausage with onion and garlic for added flavor.
what can be done to avoid foaming while cooking beans?
adding 1 tablespoon of butter or salad oil for each cup of beans will help keep down the foam. you do not need to skim the foam off as it will cook its way into the beans.
why do some of your recipes suggest adding the juice 