Cajun Delight: Savory and Spicy Dirty Rice

Ingredients

• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup longgrain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb ground beef or pork
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)