Ingredients

  • 2 c. uncooked regular rice
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 2 lb. smoked sausage
  • 2 c. diced, cooked ham
  • 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can beef broth
  • 1 can water
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. red pepper

Method

  • Get out your monster pot.
  • Cook rice according to package directions; set aside.
  • Saute onions and celery in oil in a large skillet until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in garlic, sausage (1/4-inch slices) and ham.
  • Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked rice.
  • Cook until thoroughly heated.
  • Yields 15 servings.