American Shrimp

Shrimp Creole

~ 1 lb shrimp, shelled and de-veined
~ 4 tbsp butter
~ 1 small onion, chopped
~ 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
~ 2 tbsp chopped parsley
~ 1/2 cup chopped celery
~ 1 – 15oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
~ 1 – 8oz can tomato sauce
~ 1/2 tsp salt
~ couple dashes hot sauce, or to taste
~ 1 bay leaf
~ cooked rice

Melt the butter in a skillet. Add the onion and cook on low until tender.

Add all the ingredients except the shrimp. Stir together well.

Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 20 minutes. Stir frequently.

Stir in the shrimp, cover and simmer 10 minutes or until shrimp are done.

Remove the bay leaf.

Serve over hot cooked rice.

Enjoy.