In a boiler, add bay leaves, diced ham and water. Let boil for 1 hour. In another pan, heat oil. Add diced chicken, onions and celery. Sauté until tender then add peppers, onions and diced tomatoes. Add tomato paste, chopped parsley, crushed garlic, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked sausage.
Add cooked rice to jambalaya and salt to taste. Note: Recipe from MGM Grand, in its original serving size, you may desire to cut this recipe down, unless you have a whole bunch of people to invite over.