3 lb. sausage, cut in small pieces
1 tbsp. shortening
1/2 c. chopped bell pepper
1/2 c. chopped celery
4 c. water
salt and pepper
3 c. raw rice
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped green onions
2 tbsp. tomato paste or 1/2 can tomato sauce

Heat shortening; add onions, celery, peppers, and tomato sauce. Cook over medium heat in uncovered pot until onions are wilted. Cover and cook 15 minutes. Add sausage and green onions; cook 30 minutes. Add rice and water; cover and simmer until rice is done.