Brent's Jambalaya

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400.

2. 2

   Mix tomato, onion, celery, green pepper and garlic and in a blender or food processor (I have found it easiest to put the tomato in first and add one ingredient at a time).

3. 3

   Using a large, heavy, ovenproof pan (that has a lid), cook the sausage in the olive oil until almost done.

4. 4

   Drain off most of the fat and oil.

5. 5

   Add the ham and chicken, and cook until chicken is just cooked through.

6. 6

   Add the blended vegetables and saute until vegetables start to cook down (about 10 minutes).

7. 7

   Add thyme, chili powder and chicken stock and simmer for 10 more minutes.

8. 8

   Stir in the rice and hot sauce.

9. 9

   Cover and bake for 20 minutes.

10. 10

    Stir, then cover and bake an additional 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve with a green salad and hot French bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.