Big Ed’s Cajun Shrimp Soup

Step by step method

• Step 1

  Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté green bell pepper, onions, and garlic until tender.

• Step 2

  Stir in vegetable juice, clam juice, and water.

• Step 3

  Season with thyme, basil, red pepper, bay leaf, and salt.

• Step 4

  Bring to a boil, and stir in rice. Reduce heat, and cover.

• Step 5

  Simmer 15 minutes, until rice is tender.

• Step 6

  Stir in shrimp, and cook 5 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque.

• Step 7

  Remove the bay leaf, and season with hot sauce.