Anise Creole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sliced anise
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 rib celery, sliced, with leaves
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 Tbsp. tomato ketchup
2 Tbsp. water
1 drop Tabasco

Preparation

Trim base of anise bulb and discard with stalks.
Cut bulb into 1/4-inch slices.
Combine all ingredients in a 1-quart casserole.
Cover with plastic wrap and vent.
Bake in microwave for 2 minutes on High. Serves 3 or 4.