Alabama Shrimp Creole
["1 lb. fresh, raw, peeled and cleaned shrimp", "1 qt. fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped or 2 (16 oz.) cans chopped tomatoes", "1 bell pepper, chopped", "1 large onion, chopped", "2 garlic cloves, chopped", "1 Tbsp. olive oil", "2 bay leaves (fresh if possible)", "1/2 c. fresh parsley", "creole seasoning to taste", "salt and pepper to taste"]
["Cook all ingredients, except spices and shrimp, in oil for 5 minutes.", "Add 1 cup of water and cook down for 30 minutes.", "Add remaining ingredients, except shrimp; cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.", "Add water, if needed.", "Add shrimp and cook 20 minutes longer.", "Serve over cooked long grain rice."]
["shrimp", "fresh tomatoes", "bell pepper", "onion", "garlic", "olive oil", "bay leaves", "fresh parsley", "creole seasoning", "salt"]