Jambalaya, My Way

Jambalaya, My Way recipe Marcelle Bienvenu, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune Apr 17, 2019 “Jambalaya is a rice-based dish containing an assortment of meats and vegetables that are all prepared in a single cooking vessel,” Marcelle Bienvenu wrote in 2001 in her column: “Jambalaya shows both sides of Creole and Cajun influences.”

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Step 1

Heat butter in a large, heavy pot over medium heat

Step 2

Add onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic

Step 3

Cook, stirring, until they are soft and lightly golden, 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 4

If you're including them: Add shrimp and ham, and sausage

Step 5

Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink

Step 6

Stir in tomatoes and chicken broth

Step 7

Season to taste with salt and cayenne

Step 8

Add bay leaves and rice

Step 9

Cover and reduce heat to medium-low

Step 10

Cook until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaves and serve