Jambalaya My Way

By therman

Paula Deen's version

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced and then quartered
• 1 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined
• 2 (10 ounce) cans rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
• 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium high heat. Saute chopped onion, minced garlic, and bouillon until vegetables are tender. Add sausage and the rest of the ingredients EXCEPT shrimp. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed. Add shrimp and mix to cook for 5-7 minutes. Serve immediately