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Southern Catfish Stew
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 6
From John Edge's A Gracious Plenty: Recipes and Recollections from the American South Serve with cornbread.
Ingredients:
1 lb catfish fillet
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 cup water
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
Directions:
1. Wash the catfish fillets and cut them into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
2. Fry the bacon for 2 to 3 minutes in a large heavy saucepan; add the onion and bell pepper and cook until tender.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer.
4. Cook, covered, for 30 minutes.
5. Add the fish and cook for another 20 minutes.
6. Correct the seasonings if necessary and serve hot with cornbread.
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