Savor Flavors of Cajun Shrimp Etouffee from New Orleans

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can (about 14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• Cooked white rice, for serving
• Chopped fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish