MELODY'S CORN MAQUE CHOUX

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A common Creole dish that can be served as a side dish to any combination of meat and potatoes, pasta, or rice dishes. A flavorful complement. Prep time depend on whether or not you chop your own seasonings or use frozen pre-chopped seasonings. Cook time depends on how long it takes to prepare and cook the rest of the meal. Number of servings depends on how much everybody likes it.

Provided by Melody Dumplin

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 slices bacon
1 tablespoon bacon drippings
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
1 pinch Creole seasoning, or to taste
5 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup beef broth
1 (20 ounce) package frozen corn kernels

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes; drain on paper towels. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings.
  • Allow bacon to cool; crumble and set aside.
  • Melt butter with the bacon drippings in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, thyme, salt, black pepper, parsley, and Creole seasoning in the butter mixture until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 more minutes.
  • Mix in beef broth and corn; bring to a boil.
  • Cover the saucepan and reduce heat to low; simmer until broth is nearly evaporated and vegetables are tender, about 20 more minutes. Stir in crumbled bacon. Dish can be simmered longer or held over low heat if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 604.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Gelaneh Kululo
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I made this corn maque choux for a family gathering and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


daniel Lukyamuzi
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This corn maque choux was amazing! The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Andile Mazibuk
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I've made this corn maque choux several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. I highly recommend this recipe!


Aadi Tharu
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This corn maque choux was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy corn maque ch


Lilie Irons
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I made this corn maque choux for a family gathering and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Meshach Chinonso
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This corn maque choux was amazing! The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Bongumenzi Matsenjwa
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I've made this corn maque choux several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mimi Aktar
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This corn maque choux was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy corn maque ch


Mohammad Mahi
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I made this corn maque choux for a family gathering and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rimon Miah
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This corn maque choux was amazing! The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


M Shahbaz
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I've made this corn maque choux several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. I highly recommend this recipe!


Nylathebomb Nylathebomb
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This corn maque choux was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy corn maque ch


Mdjamaluddin Sordar
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I made this corn maque choux for a family gathering and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Anusha 12
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This corn maque choux was amazing! The corn was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Eric Kgama
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I've made this corn maque choux several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. I highly recommend this recipe!


Lacyline James
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This corn maque choux was absolutely delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. The corn was perfectly cooked and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy c