Creole Shrimp Stew

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This is one of my adopted recipes. i have not made it yet, so i have not made any revisions.

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Steps

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Cook bacon in large , heavy pan over medium heat until fat escapes and bacon is crisp.

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Blend in flour and whisk until it burns a peanut brown color.

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Add celery , onion , green pepper and green onions and cook , stirring until vegetables soften , about 10 minutes.

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Blend in tomato paste , seafood stock , water , lemon juice , sugar and spices to taste.

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Stir to blend mixture into a roux.

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Bring to a boil , reduce heat , cover and simmer very slowly , stirring frequently , until sauce thickens , about 10 minutes.

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Add uncooked , shelled , deveined shrimp and parsley and continue to cook over low heat , just until shrimp turn pink.

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Taste and adjust seasonings.

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Serve hot over hot rice.

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4 servings.

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Ingredients

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bacon, all-purpose flour, celery, onion, green pepper, green onions, tomato paste, seafood stock, water, lemon juice, granulated sugar, creole spices, shrimp, fresh parsley