Catfish Stew(Makes 2 Gallons)

• 1 bell pepper
• 1 stalk celery
• 1 lb. bacon
• 4 lb. catfish
• 2 lb. potatoes
• 2 large onions
• 1/2 gal. catsup
• salt and black pepper
• 1/2 gal. Italian tomatoes, chopped
• crushed red pepper
• ground red pepper
• 3/4 c. brown sugar
• Texas Pete to taste

1. Dice celery, bell peppers and onions.
2. Boil catfish for approximately 15 minutes, then remove from water (save water). Squeeze all water from catfish and ensure all bones are removed. Cut bacon in 1-inch pieces and place in large heavy pot over medium heat.
3. Stir while cooking.
4. When bacon is done, saute bell peppers and celery.
5. Add onions; continue to saute until done.
6. Add salt and pepper.
7. Cook and drain potatoes.
8. Combine all ingredients, except red pepper, sugar and Texas Pete.
9. Reduce to low heat; stir often.
10. Add red peppers, Texas Pete and brown sugar.
11. For stronger taste, add saved water or water if too thick.
12. Season to taste.

bell pepper, celery, bacon, catfish, potatoes, onions, catsup, salt, italian tomatoes, red pepper, ground red pepper, brown sugar

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=338777 (may not work)