Mirliton Casserole 

4 Mirliton  
1/2 Stick Margarine, melted  
1 Med. Onion, chopped  
1 Clove Garlic, chopped  
1/2 Cup Celery, chopped  
Salt and Black Pepper to Taste  
1/2 Cup of Bread Crumbs  
1-1/2 Cups Bread  
1 Egg  
1 LB. Shrimp, cooked and peeled  
1 LB. Ham or Pork Sausage (Optional)  
1/2 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated  

Wash, peel and cube the Mirlitons. In a pot, cover with cold water, 
bring to a boil and simmer about 30 min. or until fork tender. 
Drain and let cool.  

Soak the bread in a little water or milk until soft. Squeeze out the liquid. 
 
Melt the margarine in a skillet and saute the onion, garlic and celery until wilted. 
Add the Mirliton, the bread and season with salt and pepper. 
Add the shrimp and cubed meat if you're using any. Saute' for about 5 min.  

Put this mixture in a casserole dish. Top with bread crumbs and a few pats of 
margarine. Bake at 350 deg. for 20 min. or until the top is golden brown.