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Lynn's Turtle Picante Sauce

4 lb. select turtle
2 tbsp. light roux
2 cans tomato sauce
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 med. bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
Cook light roux and tomato sauce for 20 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cook for 15 minutes more. Brown turtle on the side in a black iron pot in oil until nicely browned. Add to sauce, bring to boil, lower fire, cover and simmer about 2 hours. Salt and pepper to taste.