3 sticks butter
3 med. onions, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1/4 c. flour
4 tbsp. chopped parsley
3 lbs. shrimp, peeled and raw
1 qt. half and half cream
1 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed 1/2 inch thick
2 tbsp. chopped jalapeno peppers
3 cloves garlic, crushed
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lb. package fettucini (2 10-12 oz. pkgs.)
Parmesan cheese to taste

Melt butter in large heavy saucepan. Add onions, celery, and bell pepper. Cook 10 minutes until clear. Add flour, blend in well. Cover and cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add parsley and shrimp. Cover and cook 20 minutes stirring often. Add cream, cheese, jalapenos and garlic. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook covered on low heat 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and add sauce. Mix thoroughly. Pour into 3 quart buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.