IT'S NOT CHOPPED LIVER IT'S GUMBO

GUMBO

2 tbsp. salad oil

1 c. chopped onion

1 c. chopped green pepper

1/2 c. chopped celery

1 clove chopped garlic

1 bay leaf

Dash oregano

Ground black pepper to taste

1 ( 1 lb. 12 oz. ) can whole tomatoes, cut in chunks

1 (13 oz.) can chicken broth

1 (10 oz.) pkg. okra, cut in half inch slices

1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

Louisiana hot sauce (optional)

Fresh chopped parsley

Cooked rice

In large stock pot, heat oil and saute onion, green pepper, celery and garic unitl soft.

Add bay leaf, oregano, pepper, tomatoes, and chicken broth. Simmer about 30 minutes, uncovered. Add okra, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Add shrimp, cover, and simmer 3-5 minutes until shrimp is just done. Add hot sauce to taste, if desired. Serve over rice and sprinkle with parsley. Serves 4-6.