Mixed Vegetable Coo-Coo with Tomato Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   To prepare sauce, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Add onion and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) to pan; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth, sugar, allspice, and tomatoes. Partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   To prepare coo-coo, place cornmeal and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan. Gradually add 7 cups water, stirring constantly with a whisk. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. 4
   Add corn and okra; cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Place butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook 2 minutes or until browned.
7. 7
   Add butter to coo-coo; stir well.
8. 8
   Serve sauce over coo-coo.