Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. oil
  • 2 onions, minced
  • 2 stalks celery, minced
  • 2 young carrots, minced
  • 1 lg. clove garlic, mashed
  • 2 teaspoon capers
  • 1 clove
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Parsley root, if handy

Method

  • In a good size skillet heat oil and add in remaining ingredients.
  • Cook gently till vegetables are tender, stirring often.
  • Stir in 1 c. dry white wine and season with salt and pepper.
  • Boil 3 min.
  • Cut 2 pounds swordfish into finger-size lengths.
  • Cook very gently in sauce and serve in a ring of buttered noodles.
  • If sauce is made ahead, reserve in a bowl.
  • Otherwise it will lose some of its texture.