Gravy For Shrimp Balls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. oil
1 small chopped onion
1 chopped bell pepper
1 qt. water
1 can tomato paste
3 bay leaves
2 pinches sweet basil
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Make a roux with flour and oil.
Saute onion and bell pepper in roux.
Add water and remaining ingredients.
Cook 2 hours on low heat.
Serves 4.