1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. flour
1 onion, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
1/2 lb. fresh shrimp
1 lb. smoked sausage
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
8 potatoes, peeled and diced
1/4 c. chopped parsley (optional)
1/2 c. water
Salt and pepper to taste

Combine oil and flour in a heavy pot over medium heat; stirring constantly until roux is brown color. Add onion, garlic and smoked sausage. Saute for 3 minutes. Add shrimp, stirring frequently. Add potatoes and parsley with water. Cook about 1/2 hour. Add salt and pepper to taste. Delicious! Can be served over hot rice.