CREOLE TOMATOES
Creole Tomatoes offer a delightful combination of tender tomatoes, savory onions, and a touch of sweetness, all simmered in a rich cream sauce. This classic dish, perfect as a side or light meal, showcases the natural flavors of ripe tomatoes, enhanced by aromatic herbs and a creamy texture. Serve these flavorful tomatoes on toast for a satisfying and comforting experience.
Ingredients
- 1 small Onion (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 small Green bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 6 medium Tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon Sugar (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 slices Toast (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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- 1Finely chop the onion and the green pepper. In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green pepper and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2Cut the tomatoes in half. Sprinkle the cut sides with sugar, salt, pepper, and flour. Place the tomatoes, skin-side down, in the pan with the cooked vegetables. Cook partially, then turn them once. Cook over low heat until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
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