Maque Choux (Cajun Corn Sautee)

By foodiva

Ingredients

• 12 ears fresh corn
• 1 ⁄2 cup butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 jalapeno, diced (be careful when cutting to protect your eyes, wash your hands after handling)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 ⁄2 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 ⁄2 cup water
• salt
• cayenne

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the corn from the cob. Scrape the cobs with the blunt edge of the knife to remove the "milk." Set aside.

Heat the butter in a large, heavy pot over medium heat. Add onions and bell pepper. Cook, stirring, until golden and soft, about 10 minutes.

Add corn, tomatoes, and water. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.

Add salt, jalapeno, and cayenne and cook until corn is very tender, 20-30 minutes more.