Cajun Shrimp Creole

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 c. onion, chopped medium
• 1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped medium
• 2 Tbsp. garlic, minced
• 1/2 c. parsley flakes, double if fresh
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 c. shrimp, cleaned and deveined
• 1/4 c. tomato paste
• 1 c. tomato sauce
• 1 c. water