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What is the name of the traditional Louisiana rice dish, related to paella, that combines rice with meat, seafood, vegetables, and Creole seasoning, all cooked together in one pot?

Answer: Jambalaya — Jambalaya likely traces to Spanish settlers' attempts to make paella in the New World, substituting local ingredients, and comes in Creole (red/tomato-based) and Cajun (brown) varieties.

Jambalaya likely traces to Spanish settlers' attempts to make paella in the New World, substituting local ingredients, and comes in Creole (red/tomato-based) and Cajun (brown) varieties.

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