Tasso Maque Choux

AmericanPorkEasy35 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz Tasso ham, diced
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onions
  • 6 ears sweet corn, kernels scraped from the cob
  • 1 tbsp chopped garlic
  • 0.5 cup chopped green bell peppers
  • 1 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.3 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Render the Tasso for 2 to 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the onions, corn kernels, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Season with salt and cayenne. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 18 minutes until the corn is very tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in the cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Re-season if needed.

  5. 5

    Stir in the fresh parsley and serve as a side dish or over rice.