PAUL PRUDHOMMES CREOLE SAUCE

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Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 19

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2 whole bay leaves
3/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp ground red pepper
1/2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried sweet basil
1 tbsp butter
1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
3/4 cup chopped onions
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 1/4 cups chicken stock
1 cup canned tomato sauce
1 tsp sugar
1//2 tsp Tabasco

Steps:

Thoroughly combine seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the tomatoes, onions, celery and bell peppers; then add the garlic and seasoning mix, stirring thoroughly. Saute until onions are transparent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the stock, tomato sauce, sugar and Tabasco; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender and flavors are married, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves before serving.