Maque Choux (Louisiana French)

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 sliced onion
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 large fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 6 cups fresh corn
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

1. Heat shortening in saucepan. Add onion. Cook slowly until transparent.
2. Add remaining ingredients. Cook covered over moderate flame, stirring frequently. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.