World Famous Recipes

Corn Maque Choux

1 Tbs (15 ml) butter or margarine

1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped onion

1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped green bell pepper

4 cups (1 L) corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

1/2 cup (125 ml) seeded and chopped tomato

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over moderate heat. Add the onion

and the bell pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the remaining ingredients and simmer over low heat for 10 to 15

minutes, until the corn is hot and tender. Serves 4 to 6.