Method

1) Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the garlic & onion until soft, about 5 minutes.

2) Mix in the mince & sausages and fry until browned. Throw in the leek, red pepper, celery & okra and cook, stirring all the time, until they start to soften.

3) Stir in the thyme, basil & Cajun Spice Blend then add the rice and mix thoroughly. Pour in half the stock plus the tomatoes, cover and cook gently on a low heat for 15 minutes.

4) Stir in the mushrooms, then cook until the rice is tender adding the stock a little at a time as required, about another 5-10 minutes. Season with black pepper, salt & tabasco and serve hot.