Savannah Red Rice And Shrimp Dressing

1. 1

   Peel shrimp; devein, if desired. Set aside.

2. 2

   Remove and discard casings from sausage. Cook sausage in a large skillet, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink. Drain. Add country ham, onion, and bell pepper; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Cool slightly.

3. 3

   Process tomato mixture in a blender or food processor 15 seconds or until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides.

4. 4

   Combine rice and tomato mixture. Spoon into an 8- x 8-inch baking dish.

5. 5

   Bake at 350u00b0, covered, for 25 minutes. Add shrimp, and bake, covered, 15 additional minutes or until rice is tender and shrimp turn pink.

6. 6

   Note: In testing we used Uncle Ben's Instant Brown Rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.