Slow Cooker Jambalaya

Ingredients

• 2 large celery stalks, , diced
• 1 small onion, , diced
• 4 cloves garlic, , minced
• 1 green bell pepper, , diced
• 1 red bell pepper, , diced
• 16 ounces smoked sausage, , chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 Tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ( or more for extra spice)
• 1/2 Tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 (15 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, , roughly chopped
• 2 cup vegetable broth, ( chicken broth works as well)
• 2 cups uncooked white rice

Instructions

• Add all ingredients into slow cooker EXCEPT the uncooked white rice.
• Stir everything together. Place lid on slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours. The liquid should be boiling at this point.
• Very quickly stir uncooked rice into slow cooker. Quickly cover with lid and continue to cook on high for another 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
• Serve hot with freshly chopped parsley and some hot sauce, if desired. Enjoy!

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