Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 pound smoked sausage (such as Conecuh©), cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped celery
• salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 3 bay leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (30-40 per pound)