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I did find that it had a lot of juice. I just drained it off and used it to make some SERIOUSLY good rice!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hunter6295"},"reviewBody":"This truly is the best Jambalaya I've ever tasted. Sometimes I add okra if I have it but otherwise I don't mess with it. It is delicious as is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-04-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lilsweetie"},"reviewBody":"This is absolutely delicious. Couldn't find Andouille so used Chorizo as recommended. A definite keeper. It smelled amazing and I love the fact that there is zero oil added.We also tried serving it over penne pasta like they do at a local restaurant.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"loleyour"},"reviewBody":"Very simple to make and worth it. I would make again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jpeck93"},"reviewBody":"Big hit with my husband. Much better than an old recipe that I had been using. Thank you for some real *comfort* food.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kobenkyla"},"reviewBody":"So full of flavor! It was wonderful. This dish was fast and easy to make as well as being super yummy :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Terena"},"reviewBody":"I made this for a large family gathering. Many of us had never eaten it before, and it was a hit!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"linbilq"},"reviewBody":"Sorry, but I must disagree, this recipe is not as good as those served in restaurants, it is sooooo much better!!!! I can't wait to make it again. THANK YOU","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"deb1127"},"reviewBody":"this was delicious.made it for company and they raved about it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"zookeeperk"},"reviewBody":"Made this according to recipe except I left the adding of the Louisiana-style hot sauce to each individual according to their personal taste, which worked out perfectly.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"stwood64"},"reviewBody":"Am I to assume 1 1\/2 tsp minced garlic is dried and not fresh?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kerrynjames"},"reviewBody":"We enjoyed this recipe. Next time, we'll add some okra and maybe a few more veggies. Also, we served it with red beans and rice, along with bread for dipping. All in all, very tasty. Thanks!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Mrs_T"},"reviewBody":"We love this Jambalaya! It was a big hit at a recent potluck. I used regular smoked beef sausage and it was delicious. For the shrimp, I just used a package of frozen salad shrimp and it worked out just fine. I love the seasonings in this recipe and it is so easy in the slow cooker! Don't let the lengthy ingredient list discourage you from trying this.This was my second time preparing this, but it definitely won't be the last. A definite \"keeper\" recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"moedale"},"reviewBody":"I was not too excited about this recipe. I thought it was way too spicy which overwhelmed the entire dish.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Luvs2Cook14"},"reviewBody":"This is amazing! My husband said he felt like he was in New Orleans :) The only thing I did different was to put in raw shrimp and let it cook for about 20 minutes. Excellent recipe, thanks for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mdart"},"reviewBody":"This is excellent. It froze well also.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"angieact1"},"reviewBody":"Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lmb3296"},"reviewBody":"My husband loved this!! Will make again soon!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Amy the Midwife"},"reviewBody":"I had boneless chicken thighs on hand, which I used instead by cutting them up, salting them and partially cooking them. I omitted the celery and red pepper since I didn't have them on hand, as well as the extra thyme since it was already in my homemade Cajun seasoning.Everyone enjoyed it with hush puppies.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cccosey"},"reviewBody":"My mother is creole and use to make something that tastes similar however she never called it jambalaya. Maybe because it was usually just chicken and sausage. I thought that this had a nice kick (I added cayenne, pepper and a bit more creole seasoning). I think this would be better with cut okra because it tastes almost exactly like my okra and tomatoes. I think next time I will add okra to this!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"senzascusa"},"reviewBody":"Considering how ridiculously easy this is to make (no browning necessary, just throw it all in the pot), I expected a 4-star recipe, but it really is divine. So much better than another highly rated one I tried from this site a few weeks ago (Forgotten Jambalaya). Can't wait to make it again and will probably spice it up more. Not that spicy at all with just 1 tsp hot sauce.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Derrell"},"reviewBody":"I love good Jambalaya . I make a simular recipe by using a basic recipe but adding my own extra ingredients .","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"35368","romance_copy_dek":"I love anything with Cajun spices, so I came up with this slow-cooker jambalaya that\u2019s just as good as that served in restaurants. If you can\u2019t find Andouille sausage, hot links, smoked sausage or chorizo will also work. 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This is excellent. It froze well also.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"10\/17\/2017 08:19","GUID":"55F8960D75944458B1FF96240457EA1C","MemberId":1108975,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mdart","SubmittedDate":"10\/17\/2017 08:19"},{"Comment":"
My mother is creole and use to make something that tastes similar however she never called it jambalaya. Maybe because it was usually just chicken and sausage. I thought that this had a nice kick (I added cayenne, pepper and a bit more creole seasoning). I think this would be better with cut okra because it tastes almost exactly like my okra and tomatoes. I think next time I will add okra to this!<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"03\/13\/2017 06:08","GUID":"c6b3648ad3b04d80a47558e42b0abff6","MemberId":5810783,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"cccosey","SubmittedDate":"03\/13\/2017 06:08"},{"Comment":"
Made this according to recipe except I left the adding of the Louisiana-style hot sauce to each individual according to their personal taste, which worked out perfectly.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"08\/26\/2015 18:44","GUID":"F9FC7E05D0CE412495320E19D1A0C40B","MemberId":819663,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zookeeperk","SubmittedDate":"08\/26\/2015 18:44"},{"Comment":"
The taste was awesome. I did find that it had a lot of juice. I just drained it off and used it to make some SERIOUSLY good rice!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"06\/17\/2015 09:41","GUID":"72A8FAE77423428EB504E3383306200E","MemberId":1168124,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mymaestro","SubmittedDate":"06\/17\/2015 09:41"},{"Comment":"
This is amazing! My husband said he felt like he was in New Orleans :) The only thing I did different was to put in raw shrimp and let it cook for about 20 minutes. Excellent recipe, thanks for sharing!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"01\/31\/2015 18:21","GUID":"285e1487e1cb4823a89b4bee31d6651a","MemberId":7798403,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Luvs2Cook14","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2015 18:21"},{"Comment":"
I made this for a large family gathering. Many of us had never eaten it before, and it was a hit!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"","GUID":"acc558718e534a469c4e141649207bcb","MemberId":3238586,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Terena","SubmittedDate":"04\/27\/2014 20:23"},{"Comment":"
I had boneless chicken thighs on hand, which I used instead by cutting them up, salting them and partially cooking them. I omitted the celery and red pepper since I didn't have them on hand, as well as the extra thyme since it was already in my homemade Cajun seasoning.<\/p>
Everyone enjoyed it with hush puppies.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"","GUID":"4edbdd80f8f2457db39529826e28beac","MemberId":2816815,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Amy the Midwife","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2014 19:51"},{"Comment":"
My husband loves the Cajun seasoning on everything so this recipe was a big hit. We used our own homemade Andouille sausage. It even gets better the next day. THANK YOU !!! Great Recipe !!!!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"","GUID":"b855dc64023f43e39067c8d560cea346","MemberId":5029442,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"damonsamara","SubmittedDate":"03\/02\/2014 22:11"},{"Comment":"
this was delicious.made it for company and they raved about it.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"","GUID":"77b1e294e8e6466a87ff81a4f62ea595","MemberId":1529189,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"deb1127","SubmittedDate":"02\/22\/2014 08:29"},{"Comment":"
Delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"","GUID":"2b3e9a441167424197dac33b44c752f0","MemberId":1990802,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"angieact1","SubmittedDate":"01\/21\/2014 13:42"},{"Comment":"
Am I to assume 1 1\/2 tsp minced garlic is dried and not fresh?<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"","GUID":"13790b0962fd40e58455074b55f191db","MemberId":3644447,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"stwood64","SubmittedDate":"11\/10\/2013 10:32"},{"Comment":"
I love good Jambalaya . I make a simular recipe by using a basic recipe but adding my own extra ingredients .<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"06\/12\/2013 02:25","GUID":"7354742889f94e99be88817dfc83733a","MemberId":2982687,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Derrell","SubmittedDate":"06\/12\/2013 02:25"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"05\/06\/2013 00:31","GUID":"6b526c281d83461aa6c37290f2fb8604","MemberId":7252512,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"chefrunyon","SubmittedDate":"05\/06\/2013 00:31"},{"Comment":"
We enjoyed this recipe. Next time, we'll add some okra and maybe a few more veggies. Also, we served it with red beans and rice, along with bread for dipping. All in all, very tasty. Thanks!<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"02\/11\/2012 21:44","GUID":"31d7bf06d2cc49e486b8c545902745c7","MemberId":5662698,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kerrynjames","SubmittedDate":"02\/11\/2012 21:44"},{"Comment":"
Big hit with my husband. Much better than an old recipe that I had been using. Thank you for some real *comfort* food.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"11\/02\/2011 21:57","GUID":"9e5b194dd2f2490a9dc88845cdb498f0","MemberId":6276928,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Jpeck93","SubmittedDate":"11\/02\/2011 21:57"},{"Comment":"
Considering how ridiculously easy this is to make (no browning necessary, just throw it all in the pot), I expected a 4-star recipe, but it really is divine. So much better than another highly rated one I tried from this site a few weeks ago (Forgotten Jambalaya). Can't wait to make it again and will probably spice it up more. Not that spicy at all with just 1 tsp hot sauce.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"06\/15\/2011 04:37","GUID":"9c1ce5481b7a458ea55506ee7dec4441","MemberId":2756822,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"senzascusa","SubmittedDate":"06\/15\/2011 04:37"},{"Comment":"
I was not too excited about this recipe. I thought it was way too spicy which overwhelmed the entire dish.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"05\/03\/2011 11:33","GUID":"d7bc45de5f6f4547ba5694a41c8d841a","MemberId":5755583,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"moedale","SubmittedDate":"05\/03\/2011 11:33"},{"Comment":"
My husband loved this!! Will make again soon!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"03\/07\/2011 12:53","GUID":"7213428f96014a6a88fb85058fe40779","MemberId":1860248,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lmb3296","SubmittedDate":"03\/07\/2011 12:53"},{"Comment":"
So full of flavor! It was wonderful. This dish was fast and easy to make as well as being super yummy :)<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"03\/03\/2011 06:10","GUID":"1efbe0ae88154d90aa75310b8afe4bc0","MemberId":5852491,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kobenkyla","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2011 06:10"},{"Comment":"
We love this Jambalaya! It was a big hit at a recent potluck. I used regular smoked beef sausage and it was delicious. For the shrimp, I just used a package of frozen salad shrimp and it worked out just fine. I love the seasonings in this recipe and it is so easy in the slow cooker! Don't let the lengthy ingredient list discourage you from trying this.<\/p>
This was my second time preparing this, but it definitely won't be the last. A definite \"keeper\" recipe!<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"02\/24\/2011 15:58","GUID":"77E4B77FF2AE418DB761AD364C2891FC","MemberId":941931,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mrs_T","SubmittedDate":"02\/24\/2011 15:58"},{"Comment":"
Very simple to make and worth it. I would make again.<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"01\/06\/2011 19:29","GUID":"6593f53b78b0418bbf61652ccb2d167b","MemberId":3869039,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"loleyour","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2011 19:29"},{"Comment":"
This truly is the best Jambalaya I've ever tasted. Sometimes I add okra if I have it but otherwise I don't mess with it. It is delicious as is.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"10\/24\/2010 17:13","GUID":"6a14ec4f883c4248a0982036db893535","MemberId":1021074,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hunter6295","SubmittedDate":"10\/24\/2010 17:13"},{"Comment":"
Sorry, but I must disagree, this recipe is not as good as those served in restaurants, it is sooooo much better!!!! I can't wait to make it again. THANK YOU<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"01\/05\/2010 10:09","GUID":"60EFE0F53E384F1DA4391DF1C34120AB","MemberId":4120394,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"linbilq@gmail.com","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2010 10:09"},{"Comment":"
This is absolutely delicious. Couldn't find Andouille so used Chorizo as recommended. A definite keeper. It smelled amazing and I love the fact that there is zero oil added.<\/p>
We also tried serving it over penne pasta like they do at a local restaurant.<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"04\/27\/2009 18:49","GUID":"92927ba9003349b992d08980a9c1f48b","MemberId":3902267,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lilsweetie","SubmittedDate":"04\/27\/2009 18:49"},{"Comment":"
excellent dish - so easy and so tasty. i've received many compliments<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"","GUID":"6af879195dec4e8bb26736d836748a6a","MemberId":1722975,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"sox2775","SubmittedDate":"04\/09\/2009 15:23"},{"Comment":"
Best I've ever had! My husband asks for it a few times a month.<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"","GUID":"417f6e4de9dc4cfeb64975ffe226f61c","MemberId":1563766,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"karinmonahan","SubmittedDate":"09\/05\/2008 11:10"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"06\/23\/2008 23:52","GUID":"3a45dfcdfe9f41679651a4cb745913c1","MemberId":1251896,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lurky27","SubmittedDate":"06\/23\/2008 23:52"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"01\/05\/2008 01:56","GUID":"44b02038da374e7685af170e9c9deeb3","MemberId":1853059,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jennifer","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2008 01:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2007 21:22","GUID":"f973907d007f49b4a6d2da3666c4708e","MemberId":1716827,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cindi","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2007 21:22"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"06\/18\/2007 15:09","GUID":"7c359132d80349c9ac160d3c37c4c8af","MemberId":2112169,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Melissa","SubmittedDate":"06\/18\/2007 15:09"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51688,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44039,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":313023,"name":"Stews","slug":"stews","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312958,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for stew recipes? Find stew recipes including beef stew recipes, chicken stew, Brunswick stew, and more stew recipes.","parent":310796,"count":712,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/stews\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Slow-Cooked Hearty Jambalaya"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n