Portuguese-Style Fish Stew Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons paprika (smoked or sweet)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Kosher salt
• freshly ground pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds skinless striped bass, cut into 2 inch chunks
• 4 slices crusty bread, toasted