Mimi's Dirty Brown Rice

This is a variation of my mimi's dirty rice" recipe

Combine first 7 seasonings and set aside.

Over medium heat , place ground meat and bay leaves in skilled with oil.

Brown meat thoroughly.

Drain excess grease.

Stir in 7 seasonings.

Add onion , celery , peppers , and garlic , stirring well.

Add butter and reduce heat to medium.

Cook 10 minutes , stirring very often.

Add chicken or beef broth.

Add basmati rice and stir well.

Cover and reduce heat to low.

Cook rice mixture approximately 45 minutes.

Remove from heat and let stand 5-10 miutes before serving.

2 1 / 4 cups usually works well , add a little more for a wetter" rice".

using healthier brown or basmati long cooking rice. takes a little longer