1 pound white fish -- - cut into 2-inch pieces |
1/2 pound clams -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound crab -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound lobster -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound scallops -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound mussels -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound shrimp -- (if desired) |
1/2 pound baby octopus -- (optional) |
1/4 cup olive oil |
3 medium Onions -- chopped |
2 cloves garlic -- pressed |
2 pounds canned peeled tomatoes -- - including liquid |
1 cup chopped mushrooms |
4 medium celery stalks -- chopped |
2 teaspoons salt |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1 piece bay leaf |
1/2 cup wine -- red preferably |
4 cups water |