Jamabalya

I like this because it's fast, easy, and a great way to use up leftover ham!! If you don't use ham in it, you may need to add more salt. I've been known to use all sorts of leftover meats in this though and it's always good! I just kind of throw in whatever I have, but this is a basic recipe.

2 Tblsp oil

1 ½ cups chopped onion

1 bell pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic

2 cups cubed ham, or chicken, or sausage (cooked)

½ tsp thyme

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

¼ tsp cayenne pepper (or more if you want it hotter)

¼ tsp creole seasoning (or more to taste) optional

1 16-oz can diced tomatoes

1 cup chicken broth

Rice

Saute onion, peppers, and garlic in oil until slightly brown. Add meats. Add seasoning, tomatoes and broth. Bring to boil. Serve over cooked rice.