Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 medium celery ribs, chopped
  • 8 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon habanero pepper, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 12 teaspoon salt
  • 12 teaspoon pepper
  • 12 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 12 ounces peeled deveined medium raw shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method

  • Mix all ingredients except shrimp and parsley in a 3 1/2 quart or larger slow-cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in shrimp; cover and cook 20 minutes or until done.
  • Stir in parsley; serve over rice.
  • Pass a bottle of pepper sauce at the table.