Shrimp and Vegetable Creole

1 T. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
One 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
One 8 oz. can tomato sauce
2 t. Worcestershire sauce
1 t. dried oregano
1/2 t. dried thyme
pinch cayenne pepper (more if you like spicy)
1 pound shrimp, peeled
3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
6 cups cooked brown rice

  1. In a large nonstick skillet heat the oil and add the onion, garlic, celery and bell
    peppers. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, thyme and
    cayenne. Simmer until sauce has thickened slightly, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the shrimp and zucchini. Cover and simmer on low heat until shrimp are
    pink, 5-7 minutes. Serve with brown rice.

Serves 6
8 Poodles

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