Ginny’s Oyster Gumbo

1. Sauté the onions in oil until limp.
2. Blend in flour, bay leaves, salt and Tabasco.
3. Drain oysters, reserving liquor; add liquor and water slowly to the mixture, stirring well.
4. Simmer about 15 minutes.
5. Add oysters and remaining ingredients, simmer until oysters are done.
6. Serve in a bowl with a dish of hot fluffy rice on the side. Ladle the gumbo over the rice.
7. Tomatoes and/or okra can be added if desired.