6 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. flour
1 c. onions, chopped
6 green onions & tops, chopped
1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
2 c. water
3 lbs. shrimp, peeled & deveined
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 sm. bay leaf
Tabasco, to taste
Rice

In a skillet, melt the butter and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring constantly until this is rich brown. Add the vegetables and cook until tender. Stir in the water, shrimp, parsley and seasonings. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until the shrimp are done. Serve over hot rice. Serves 4 to 6 people.