1 1/2 lbs. raw whole cleaned shrimp
1 c. diced ham
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 green bell pepper
1/4 c. chopped celery
2 cloves garlic
2 c. canned tomatoes, chopped, drained & reserve liquid
1 c. raw rice
3 bay leaves
1 c. water including tomato liquid
Salt
Cayenne pepper

Saute onion, green pepper, celery and garlic in melted butter. Add shrimp and ham, fry about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook 10 minutes. Stir in rice, add seasonings and liquid. Bring to boil. Cover, simmer until rice is done, about 30 minutes. Serves 4.