Shrimp Creole

1 1/2 c. chopped onion

1 c. chopped celery

2 green peppers, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 c. butter

15 oz. can tomato sauce

hot cooked rice

1 c. water

2 t. minced parsley, optional

1 t. salt

1/8 t. cayenne pepper

2 bay leaves

16 oz. salad shrimp, fresh or frozen

Cook and stir first 4 ingredients for 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, water, and seasonings. Simmer 10 minutes. Add extra water if needed. Add shrimp. Heat mixture to boiling. Cover and cook over medium heat 10-20 minutes, or until shrimp is pink and tender. Serve over rice. Makes 6 servings.