1 lb. pkg. (raw, frozen) fully peeled, deveined shrimp
1/3 c. shortening
1/4 c. flour
1 c. hot water
1/2 c. chopped green onions (scallions) & tops
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 whole bay leaves
1/2 tsp. crushed thyme
Dash cayenne pepper
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 lemon slice
2 c. cooked rice

Thaw shrimp. Cut large shrimp in half. Melt shortening, blend in flour and brown, stirring constantly. Add water gradually and cook until thick, stirring constantly. Add remaining ingredients except rice. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Serve over rice. Serves 6.