Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 to 40 minutes

Yield: Makes 2 servings.

Cattail hearts are a perfect accompaniment with tomatoes in this simple to make stew.

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Ingredients

>> 5 cattail hearts (5" each)
>> 2 medium zucchini, cut into small pieces
>> 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
>> 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
>> 2 large garlic cloves, cut into small pieces
>> Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cut the cattail hearts into thin slices.

In a medium saucepan, combine the cattails, zucchini, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Place the pan over high heat and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender (about 30 minutes).

Remove the cover and cook until the mixture is slightly thicker, about 10 minutes more. If you desire the stew to be a bit thicker, add arrowroot flour until desired thickness is achieved.

Taste and adjust seasonings, then serve.

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Recipe Category: Main Dishes