SHRIMP CREOLE FOR TWO

 

1/2 cup chopped bell pepper

1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1 rib of celery, sliced thin
1 minced garlic clove
2 tsp canola or extra virgin light olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tbsp minced fresh parsley or 1/2 tbsp dried parsley flakes
1/2 tsp seafood seasoning
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (more if desired)
1 bay leaf, remove before serving
1/2 lb uncooked medium shrimp that have been peeled and deveined
Hot cooked brown rice for two

In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil to hot. Sauté the bell pepper, onion, celery, and garlic in the oil until tender. In a small mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth and tomato paste; add to the skillet mixture. Stir in the parsley, thyme, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring the skillet mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and stir in the shrimp. Cook on simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until the shrimp are cooked and mixture has slightly thickened. Serve over the hot brown rice.

 Note: Pillsbury Photo used for reference only.