5 tbsp shortening
4 tbsp flour
1 large onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
28 oz can tomato sauce
1 can water
1 to 1 1/2 c okra sliced
1 small garlic clove
crab boil, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste
3 bay leaves
1/4 c Thyme
3 lb. peeled shrimp
3 chicken breast cooked and cubed
chicken broth

Mix shortening and flour together to make a paste. Add the rest of ingredients in a large pot. Cook on medium to low heat until hot. Serve over rice.