2 pounds smoked sausage, sliced into ¼-inch pieces
Olive oil
1½ cups onions, diced
1½ cups celery, diced
¾ cup red bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 (8-ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
3¼ cups long grain white rice
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup green onions, sliced
¼ cup parsley, chopped
Your favorite brand of hot sauce (optional)