| CREOLE TOMATO CASSEROLE Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cups chopped onions 1 bunch green onions, chopped 1 cup chopped bell peppers 1 cup chopped celery 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef 6 Creole tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried sweet basil 1 cup fine bread crumbs 6 tablespoons butter, melted 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Steps In a large heavy pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, green onions, bell pepper, celery and garlic. Saute for about five minutes, or until the vegetables are soft. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring often, until brown. Add the tomatoes, salt, cayenne, oregano and basil. Cook, uncovered, over medium-low fire, stirring occasionally, for one hour. Preheat the oven to 350º F. Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle the top with the bread crumbs, then drizzle with the butter. Sprinkle the top with the cheese. Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese melts. Makes 6 servings. |
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