INGREDIENTS
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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3 Tablespoons dried minced onion
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1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes
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1 Tablespoon beef bouillon granules
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 bay leaf
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2 1/2 cups water
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
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1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
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1/2 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, such as andouille, cut into 1/4-inch slices
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3/4 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional)