2 lb. fresh shrimp
1 c. chopped celery
1 c. diced raw potatoes
1 med. carrot, diced
1 lg. onion, minced
Thyme, salt, and pepper to taste

Boil, clean and strain shrimp, putting liquid aside. Saute vegetables in 2 tablespoons of butter, or a little salt pork may be added, if desired. Do not brown. Add 4 cups of water and simmer 1/2 hour.

To this, add the shrimp liquid and the shrimp which have been cut into quarter pieces. More water may be added to this if it appears too thick. Allow to simmer for 1/2 additional hour, add thyme, pepper and it is ready to serve. Will serve 6 people.