HAITIAN CORNMEAL MUSH

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Provided by Marsha Gardner

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium tomato, diced
3 c water
1 c corn meal
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped or 1/4 teaspoon dried
1 Tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
sliced avocado or diced tomato for serving

Steps:

1. Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. When hot, add the oil. When hot, add the onion, garlic, and tomato. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the water and bring to a boil. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Stirring continuously to avoid lumps, cook to the consistency of oatmeal or mashed potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with sliced avocado.
3. 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ white onion, finely chopped 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium tomato, diced 3 cups water 1 cup corn meal 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley Salt Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Sliced avocado, for serving