4 tbsp. bacon drippings or butter
2 tbsp. flour
2 sm. onions, chopped
1 c. chopped celery
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 c. cleaned shrimp, raw or boiled
2 c. tomato pulp
2 c. diced okra
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 c. water, more if desired
1 bay leaf

Let flour brown slightly in fat, then add the onion, celery, and the pepper. As these begin to brown add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer for 45 minutes. Serve over fluffy steamed rice.