Seafood Stew

Ingredients

• 2 dozen cherrystone clams
• 1 cup(s) sliced celery
• 1 cup(s) chopped green pepper
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 2 clove(s) garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup(s) olive oil
• 4 cup(s) vegetable juice cocktail
• 2 cup(s) chicken broth
• 1 cup(s) red wine
• 1 cup(s) white wine
• 1/4 cup(s) tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon(s) basil
• 1 pound(s) cod, cut into 2 inch squares
• 1 pound(s) shrimp, shelled
• Parsley

Preparation

1. 1. In large, deep saucepan, sauté celery, pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender.
2. 2. Add vegetable juice, chicken broth, wine, tomato paste, bay leaf, basil. Simmer 30 minutes.
3. 3. Add clams. When they begin to open, add shrimp and cod. Cook until done, about 5-10 minutes.
4. 4. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley. 5. Serve with bread.