Creole Sauce

Why I Love This Recipe
This is a basic sauce Aunt Nancy used with many Creole dishes, such as baked fish, shrimp and vegetables.
Ingredients You'll Need
1/4 chopped green pepper
1 can (1 pound 13 ounces) tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 ribs celery, chopped
2 Tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons sugar
1 sprig thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Saute green pepper, onion, celery and garlic in butter
Add tomatoes and seasonings
Simmer for 40 minutes, stirring frequently.