Renny Darling's

New Orleans Sampler at Mardi Gras


New Orleans Corn & Red Pepper Sauté
(Maque Choux)

Corn, combined with red pepper, green onions and tomatoes is one of the most beautiful dishes to serve. The colors excite the palate. It promises and delivers good taste and enjoyment.

1 large red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 packages (10 ounces, each) frozen corn
1/3 cup chicken broth

1/3 cup half and half
1/4 teaspoon each, sweet basil and thyme flakes
salt and pepper to taste
pinch of cayenne pepper

In an uncovered saucepan, sauté together first 3 ingredients until pepper is softened. Add the next 3 ingredients and simmer mixture until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer mixture for an additional 10 minutes or until thickened. Serves 8.

 

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