"In 'Bon Appetit Ya'll' by Virginia Willis..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into lardons (or 2 T. canola oil)
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1 onion, chopped (preferably Vidalia)
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2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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3 cups water
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3 cups milk
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1 sprig thyme
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1 bay leaf, preferably fresh
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1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 lbs catfish fillets, cut into strips
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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coarse salt
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fresh ground black pepper