Remove shrimp mixture and reserve.
04Add last tbsp oil to the pan along with the rice and cook over med-high heat about ten minutes, until the rice is a light brown, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.05Stir in the broth, tomatoes, salt, pepper, thyme, Tabasco, and the bay leaf.06Heat mixture to a boil then cover, reduce hear and simmer, about 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.07Stir in the reserved shrimp and also the ham.08Cover and cook until heated through.09Remove bay leaf, and serve.