JOLLOF RICE | AFRICAN COOKING | SIDE DISH

Ingredients

• 1 16 ounce can crushed tomatoes (or 5 Roma tomatoes, chopped)
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 2 jalapeño peppers, chopped
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 white or yellow onion, sliced thin
• 3 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 Cups chicken stock
• kosher salt/pepper
• 2 1/2 to 3 Cups parboiled rice
• 2 to 3 Tablespoons Sassy Lady seasoning blend
• 3 bay leaves