Texas Jambalaya

This jambalaya is a hearty, filling meal. A variation of the classic, this dish uses spicy tomatoes with green chiles and ranch-style beans.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 400 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
• 1 cup converted long-grain white rice
• 4 ounces smoked sausage, cut into slices
• 4 ounces cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 (15 ounce) cans ranch-style beans, undrained
• 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
• 0.5 cup diced celery
• 1.5 teaspoons chopped garlic

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion, green pepper, and celery until onions are soft and translucent. Stir in garlic, and cook another minute. Add rice, sausage, and ham. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, to coat rice with oil, frequently stirring. Pour in tomatoes with green chiles and chicken broth. Season with thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer, 20 to 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans, mix well, and heat through.