Smelt, italian style

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsSliced onions
¼cupVegetable oil oz)
16 oz can tomato paste
teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
2poundsSmelt
¼cupShredded parmesan cheese
2Cloves garlic, minced
1largeCan Italian tomatoes (28
teaspoonOregano
2teaspoonsSugar
¼Chopped parsley
1cupShredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Saute onions and garlic in oil until soft. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, 1 tsp salt, sugar and pepper; mix well. Cover and cook slowly, about 30 minutes, until slightly thickened and flavors blend.

Stir often during cooking. Spread sauce over bottom of 3- quart baking dish. Arrange smelt in single layer on sauce. Sprinkle with remaining ½ tsp salt and cheeses. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.