Conch Chowder

• 1/2 pkg. thin sliced pepperoni
• 1 lb. conch
• 1/4 lb. popcorn shrimp
• 5 medium potatoes, cubed 1/2 c. okra, sliced
• 5 cloves garlic
• 3 medium onions
• 2 medium bell peppers, chopped
• 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes, chopped
• 1 large can tomato paste
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. basil
• 2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 to 2 1/2 qt. water

1. In small amount of olive oil, saute garlic until soft but not brown; remove.
2. Combine pepperoni, onions, peppers, tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, parsley, salt and pepper and water. Simmer 1 hour.
3. Use food processor to break up tissue and chop conch into small pieces.
4. Add conch, shrimp, potatoes, okra and cook another hour, or until done.
5. Do not overcook.

thin sliced pepperoni, conch, popcorn shrimp, potatoes, garlic, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, fresh parsley, salt, water

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=1057741 (may not work)