1/2 c. roux
2 lbs. shrimp
1 lb. crab meat
6 crabs, broken
1 pt. oysters
3 lbs. onions, chopped
3 stalks celery
1/2 c. parsley tops
1/2 c. green onion tops
20 oz. frozen okra, cut
3 bay leaves
1 tbsp. creole seasoning
1 tbsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. file
16-17 c. water

1. Cook vegetables in small amount of oil until tender.

2. Combine all ingredients except parsley, green onions, oysters and file.

3. Bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat to slow boil for 15 minutes.

5. Add oysters and cook another 5 minutes.

6. Before serving, add parsley, green onions and file.

7. Keep warm on stove.

8. Serve in a cup or bowl over rice.