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The History of Jambalaya, the Dish and the Name, and One Amazing Recipe from the Past!

Where did Jambalaya come form? And how did it get its name? We'll explore bot of those questions and make my favorite recipe from 1955. This humble dish has roots in so many countries. Let's cook history!

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The History of Jambalaya, the Dish and the Name, and One Amazing Recipe from the Past!

Where did Jambalaya come form? And how did it get its name? We'll explore bot of those questions and make my favorite recipe from 1955. This humble dish has ...

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Here’s your recipe!
1 Lb Cooked/Peeled Shrimp, Cut in Thirds
1 Large Onion, Chopped
2 TBS Butter 1/2 Lb.
Andouille Sausage, Sliced
1 Green Pepper, Chopped
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
3 Cups Chicken Broth
2 Cups Chopped Canned Tomatoes
2 TBS Parsley
2 TSP Salt
1/2 TSP Thyme
1/4 TSP Pepper
1/4 TSP Cayenne
1/2 TSP Chili Powder
2 Bay Leaves
1 Cup White Rice, Raw In a 3 quart or larger pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion, green pepper, sausage and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent and green pepper soft. Add remaining ingredients except rice and shrimp. Cover and cook until boiling. Gradually add rice. Stir and cover for 20 minutes until rice is cooked. Add shrimp and cook an additional 4-5 minutes until shrimp is heated through. Serve immediately before rice absorbs too much liquid and becomes mushy.