Instructions: The jam in Jambalaya comes from the word "jambon" which is the African word for ham.

1. Heat oil in 6-quart saucepot. Add onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic and saute for 5 minutes.

2. Add Tasso, Cajun or Creole Seasoning, thyme, salt, paprika, Rotel tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add chicken stock and deboned chicken. Bring mixture to a boil.

4. Stir in the Toro Brand Long Grain Rice, lower the heat and cover the pot.

5. Cook jambalaya for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

6. Add green onions and parsley.

Yields 6-8 servings.

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