Lambi

Ingredients

 * 11/3 c. onion, chopped
 * 3/4 c. carrots, diced
 * 3/4 c. celery, chopped
 * 1 lb. conch, ground
 * 2 tsp. garlic, minced
 * 5 c. water
 * 1/4 c. bacon fat
 * 3 Tbs. tomato paste
 * 11/2 tsp. ea. oregano, salt, thyme
 * 28 oz. tomatoes with liquid
 * 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
 * 1/2 c. onions, chopped
 * 2 c. potatoes, peeled, diced
 * sherry and Tabasco to taste

Directions

 * 1) In a large stainless or enameled saucepan cook the onion, celery and garlic in bacon fat over moderate heat for ten minutes.
 * 2) Add 1 lb. ground conch and cook another 10 minutes.
 * 3) Add water, tomatoes, plus juice, tomato paste, oregano, salt and thyme, cayenne and regular pepper and simmer for approximately 45 minutes.
 * 4) Add 2 cups potatoes and carrots and simmer for 15 minutes.
 * 5) If necessary add 1 more cup water to dilute to desired consistency.
 * 6) Add salt to taste and if desired 1 Tbs. dry sherry and Tabasco.