1 1/2 c. rice
1 large onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic
2 lb. shrimp or sausage and chicken
1 c. chopped tomatoes
3 c. stock
2 bay leaves
thyme
parsley
salt, pepper and cayenne to taste

Sauté onion, peppers and garlic. Add bay leaves, thyme and parsley for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and stock or water; bring to a boil. Add choice of meat, rice and seasonings. Cook 45 minutes. Serve hot with French bread.