Creole Jambalaya

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup vegan margarine
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 24 oz. vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 8 oz. tomato sauce
• 2 cups brown rice
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tsp. thyme
• 2 tsp. cayenne
• 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 pkg. Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Chik'n Strips

Directions:

•In a large pot, melt the margarine over medium-low heat, then add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook for about 15 minutes, until soft.

•Add the vegetable broth, water, tomato sauce, rice, bay leaves, thyme, and cayenne and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour. Check for doneness. If the rice is still firm, add 1/2 cup water and cook for an additional 15 minutes, repeating until done.

•Prepare the "chicken" strips according to the package instructions, then chop into 1-inch pieces. Add the "chicken" to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Makes 8 servings

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