MOM'S PAELLA

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I enjoy cooking ethnic foods, especially those that call for lots of rice. Like my mom, I often prepare this dish for special Sunday get-togethers. Traditional paella uses saffron, but turmeric is a budget-friendly alternative. -Ena Quiggle, Goodhue, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup sliced fully cooked smoked sausage (1/4-inch slices)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, halved
1/2 cup raisins, optional
1 cup uncooked converted rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons ground turmeric
1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
2-1/4 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute the chicken, ham, sausage, onion and green pepper in 2 tablespoons oil for 3-5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add olives and raisins if desired. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through, stirring occasionally; remove meat and vegetable mixture from pan and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute rice in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in the garlic, turmeric and curry. Return meat and vegetables to pan; toss lightly. Add broth and mixed vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.