CORN MAQUE CHOUX

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Pronounced "mock shoe," this Louisiana staple (which is like a succotash) is a Cajun take on a Native American dish. From Bon Appetit, October 2008.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 Tbsp butter
1 c finely chopped onions
1/2 c chopped red bell pepper
2 c fresh corn kernels (cut from 3 medium ears of corn)
3/4 c heavy whipping cream
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce, or more to taste
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 Tbsp chopped fresh italian parsley
1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
coarse kosher salt

Steps:

1. Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add bell pepper; sauté until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes.
3. Add corn; sauté 2 minutes.
4. Add cream, thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Mix in green onion, parsley, and basil. Season to taste with coarse salt, pepper, and more hot pepper sauce, if desired.

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