Cajun Catfish

2 large catfish fillets
     1 cup onions, chopped fine
     ½ cup celery, chopped fine
     2 garlic cloves, minced
     ¼ cup butter
     ¼ cup flour
     1 tsp salt
     ½ tsp black pepper
     ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
     1 1-lb can sliced tomatoes
     3 cups water
     2 cups hot cooked rice

     In a deep skillet, cook the butter and flour together over low heat to form a roux. Add the onions, celery, and garlic,and sauté until tender. Add the tomatoes, salt, peppers, and water. Simmer covered for 20 - 30 minutes. Add the fillets and cook until flaky, 15 - 20 minutes.  Serve over rice.       Serves 2.

NOTE: The amount of cayenne here is set for a mildly hot taste. It can be increased up to a full teaspoon for real Cajun flavor

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Date Last Modified: 2/4/99