1 lb. smoked sausage (sliced not too thick)
1 onion (chopped)
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
3 c. water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. thyme
3 ribs celery
1/2 head cabbage (cut in 1 inch chunks)
2 tbsp. uncooked rice
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz.) red kidney beans
1 can (28 oz.) whole tomatoes

In large saucepan brown onion in oil until tender. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Makes 6 to 8 main dish servings.