Codfish Stew

Ingredients

• 3 strips bacon, diced
• 3 large carrots, cut in 3/4 in. cubes
• 3 sliced medium onions
• 1/4 cup diced green pepper, (optional)
• 1 1/2 pound fresh or thawed frozen cod, filets
• 4 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/2 pound potatoes, cut in 3/4 inch cubes
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups boiling water
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed, or 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1 No. 2 1/2 can tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons minced parsley