POORMAN'S JAMBALAYA

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Yield 4 main course

Number Of Ingredients 19

Seasoning Mix
4 small whole bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground red pepper (preferably cayenne)
1 teaspoon gumbo file (file powder)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
4 tablespoons margarine
6 ounces tasso or other smoked ham, Cure 81, diced about 1 1/2 cups
6 ounces andouille smoked sausage diced, about 1 heaping cup
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cup cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell peppers
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cups uncooked rice
4 cups basic beef, pork or chicken stock

Steps:

  • Thoroughly combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt the margarine over high heat. Add the tasso and andouille; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the onions, celery, bell peppers, seasoning mix and garlic. Stir well and continue cooking until browned, about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping, the pan bottom well. Stir in the rice and cook 5 minutes, stirring and scraping pan bottom occaionally. Add the stock, stirring well. Bring mixture to a boil;reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender but still a bit crunchy, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally toward the end of cooking time. Meanwhile, heat the serving plates in a 250 oven. Remove bay leaves and serve immediately.

Sunday Angela
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Eddie Frencher
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I love the smoky flavor of the sausage in this dish. It really makes it special.


tanji simmons
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Troy Holt
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice.


Methembe Lunga
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This is a great recipe for a budget-friendly meal. It's made with simple ingredients that are easy to find.


Shimmertail
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


RJ Jutt
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This is the best poormans jambalaya recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves jambalaya. It's delicious and easy to make.


Thembani Radebe
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Jason John Cruise- Brooks
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Jakob Luna
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I love the smoky flavor that the sausage adds to this dish. It really makes it special.


Dimpho Valencia
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this recipe was just right. It had a little bit of heat, but it wasn't too overwhelming.


khushbakht Zehra
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I'm a vegetarian and I made this recipe without the chicken. It was still delicious! I added some extra vegetables to make up for the lack of protein.


Marvin Ohene
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Homaira Akter Shima
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really delicious and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Sduduzo Ngcongo
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I can find at any grocery store. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus for busy weeknights.


Mahi 786
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This is the best jambalaya I've ever had! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dhahiri Salum
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I'm from Louisiana and I can tell you that this recipe is authentic. It has all the classic flavors of jambalaya, but it's made with less expensive ingredients.


Jackson Bondo
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I tried this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nopur Khan
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This poormans jambalaya is a lifesaver! I'm a single mom with two kids and I'm always looking for budget-friendly meals. This one fits the bill perfectly. It's quick and easy to make, and my kids love it.