SHRIMP MATANZAS

2 lbs. of large, raw shrimp
4 Tbsp. shortening
4 Tbsp, flour
1/4 cup minced onion
2 Tbsp. each of minced celery and chopped tomatoes
2 cups clam broth
1/2 Tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf
2 Tbsp. minced parsley
minced garlic clove
salt
pepper
rice

Shell and devein 2 lbs. of large, raw shrimp. Make a roux of 4 Tbsp. of shortening and 4 Tbsp, flour; add 1/4 cup minced onion, 2 Tbsp. each of minced celery and chopped tomatoes, 2 cups clam broth and the shrimp. Now add 1/2 Tsp. thyme, 1 bay leaf, 2 Tbsp. minced parsley and a minced garlic clove. Simmer no longer than 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve over steamed rice.