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["In custard c. combine 1/3 c. water, onion and garlic; set aside to soften (about 10 min).", "Cut ends from bananas; using a sharp knife cut down ""seams"".", "Place bananas in a bowl of hot water; set aside for 10 min for easier peeling.", "Peel bananas; cut into 1/4-inch thick slices (makes about 3 c.); place in a medium bowl.", "Add in 1 tsp.", "salt and sufficient water to cover; set aside for 10 to 15 min.", "In a large saucepan heat oil till warm.", "Add in onion mix; cook till crisp tender, 3 to 4 min.", "Add in tomatoes, 2 Tbsp.", "of parsley, bay leaf, red pepper and remaining three tsp.", "of salt; cook, stirring frequently till tomatoes are softened, about 4 min.", "Add in 6 c. water; heat stew till just below boiling.", "In a small bowl combine till smooth, tapioca and 1/2 c. water.", "Add in tapioca mix and bread crumbs, stirring constantly.", "Add in white and sweet potatoes, cabbage and liquid removed bananas; simmer, uncovered, till vegetables are almost tender, about 35 min.", "Add in fish; cook till hard, about 5 min.", "Remove bay leaf; sprinkle topping of 1 tsp.", "parsley.", "This recipe yields 9 two-c. servings.", "Substitutions: Salmon, shark, halibut, haddock or possibly swordfish."]
