====== Creole Sauce ====== ---- ===== Ingredients: ===== ==== Seasoning Mix: ==== * 2 bay leaves * 3/4 tsp oregano * 1/2 tsp salt * 1/2 tsp white pepper * 1/2 tsp red pepper * 1/2 tsp paprika * 1/2 tsp black pepper * 1/2 tsp thyme * 1/2 tsp basil ==== Vegetables: ==== * 4 Tb butter * 1 cup peeled & chopped tomatoes * 3/4 cup chopped onions * 3/4 cup chopped celery * 3/4 cup chopped green peppers * 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic * 1 1/4 cups chicken broth * 1 cup canned tomato sauce * 1 tsp sugar * 1/2 tsp Tabasco ===== Directions: ===== - Combine seasoning mix and set aside. - Melt butter in pan. Saute tomatoes, onions, celery, and green peppers until onions are translucent. - Add garlic and seasoning mix. Cook 1-2 min. - Stir in chicken broth, tomato sauce, sugar, and Tabasco. Bring to boil, then simmer over low heat 20 minutes.