Fat Tuesday

So enjoy a little of this

I think it's interesting that all of the dedication to Mardi Gras, to fat, to indulgence, to desire, is married to the sacrifices of Lent.  I like Fat Tuesday because it's representative of how we humans always figure out a way to indulge our desires, to reward ourselves, to enjoy ourselves, to torture ourselves, to just have fun, whenever we can.  I'm a big proponent of that philosophy of enjoying life.  Whether it's time to "take care of your business" or time to... let go, enjoy your life!

             

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Fat Tuesday or Lent.  Everyday possible.

Jambalaya

Mix 2 bay leaves, 1/2 t salt, 1 t black pepper, 1 t cayenne pepper and 1/2 t cumin.  Set aside.  In 3 T oil, saute 6 ounces of chopped tasso or other ham, 6 ounces of andouille or kielbasa smoked sausage for 3 minutes.  Add 1 C each of diced onion, diced green pepper and diced celery and saute until onion is translucent.  Stir in 2 C rice and cook for 5 min.  Add 1 can diced tomatoes and 3 cloves of minced garlic and simmer 10 min.  Add 4 C chicken stock (or Swanson's chicken broth).  Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes.  Add 6 ounces shrimp, cover and cook until shrimp is done, about 5 minutes.  Enjoy!