6 oz. hot smoked sausage, sliced
2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans Del Monte Cajun style stewed tomatoes
8 oz. med. shrimp, shelled and deveined or 6 oz. ham, diced
1 c. uncooked rice
1 lg. clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf

In a heavy 4-quart pot, brown sausage (and ham, if using) over low heat. Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid. Add water to reserved liquid to measure 1 1/2 cups. Add to sausage with tomatoes, shrimp (if using) and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Stir; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf. Makes 4 to 6 servings.