Shrimp Jambalaya - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. olive oil or butter
2 medium onions, chopped fine
1 medium green pepper, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. shrimp, cleaned
1 c. rice (uncooked)
1 bay leaf
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 c. chicken broth
1/2 tsp. thyme
salt and pepper

Preparation

Saute onions, pepper and garlic in butter for 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp and cook until pink.
Remove vegetables and shrimp from pan with slotted spoon and set aside.
Most of butter stays in pan, but if needed, add more to brown rice for a few minutes.
Add tomatoes, chicken broth and spices and bring to a boil.
Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
Add the shrimp and vegetables to pan. Heat through and serve.