Creole Tomato Casserole

By JimMac

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
• 2 C. chopped onions
• 1 bunch green onions - chopped
• 1 C. chopped bell peppers
• 1 C. chopped celery
• 2 cloves garlic - minced
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 6 Creole tomatoes - peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne
• 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
• 1/2 tsp. dried sweet basil
• 1 C. fine bread crumbs
• 6 Tbs. butter - melted
• 1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

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, and then drizzle with the butter. Sprinkle the top with the cheese. Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese melts.

Yield: 6 Servings.