3 slices bacon, diced
3 tbsp. chopped onion
2 tbsp. chopped celery
2 tbsp. parsley
3 tbsp. chopped green peppers
4 c. tomatoes, cooked or canned
1 tsp. salt
Few grains cayenne powder optional
1 tsp. chili powder
3 c. cooked rice
1 bay leaf
1 lb. cooked and shelled shrimp

Fry bacon, add onion, celery, parsley and pepper. Cook until onion is yellow. Add flour and stir until slightly brown. Add tomatoes, salt, bay leaf, cayenne, and chili powder. Cook slowly until thick. Add rice and shrimp. Stir well, reheat, and add more seasonings if preferred. Serves eight.