Shrimp Homestead - Beliefnet

Ingredients

• 2 pounds raw, jumbo shrimp
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped celery
• Butter
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
• 2 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
• 1 cup peeled and chopped, fresh tomatoes
• 3/4 cup dry white wine
• 2 cups bottled clam broth
• Salt and pepper
• 1 sprig thyme, or 1/4 teaspoon powdered thyme
• 2 bay leaves