Jambalaya

 

INGREDIENTS:

1-1/2 pounds sausage or cubed beef
3 tablespoons bacon drippings, if beef is used
Salt and pepper for beef
3 tablespoons flour
2 medium onions, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups rice
2-1/2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon red pepper
2 teaspoons salt

TO PREPARE:

 

Brown meat in bacon drippings; remove and add flour. Use a heavy black pot and brown flour to a dark roux. Add onions, parsley, and garlic. Cook until soft, then add water and rice, salt and pepper, and browned meat. When it comes to a boil, lower heat to lowest point and cook for about 1 hour, covered tightly. When rice is done, remove lid and let cook for a few minutes until rice dries a little.

 

SERVES 6 - 8