Creamy Corn Sausage Maque Choux (Printable Version)
Sweet corn and smoky sausage blend with bell pepper, jalapeno, and cream for a rich southern side dish.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Meat
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3 slices thick-cut bacon
→ Vegetables
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4 ears fresh sweet corn
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1 medium red bell pepper, diced
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1 medium sweet onion, diced
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1 large jalapeño pepper, diced
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Green onion, for garnish (optional)
→ Dry Ingredients
07 -
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
→ Dairy
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Seasonings
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Cook the bacon slices in a skillet until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then roughly chop. Pour off half of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons for cooking.
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Using a sharp knife, cut the kernels from the corn cobs. With a vegetable peeler, scrape the cobs gently to collect remaining kernels and milky residue.
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In a large bowl, toss together the corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced onion, diced jalapeño, flour, sugar (if using), and Creole seasoning until the flour evenly coats the mixture.
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Add the vegetable mixture to the hot bacon grease over medium heat. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until vegetables begin to caramelize and the flour is cooked through.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes creamy. Cover and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally and removing the lid to prevent sticking.
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Once thickened and creamy, remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the chopped bacon and green onions before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Substitute whole milk, half-and-half, or condensed milk for heavy cream as desired. For a dairy-free option, replace bacon grease with 2 tablespoons butter or your preferred oil. Adjust the spiciness by omitting the jalapeño or replacing it with mild bell pepper.
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Enhance the dish by adding Creole shrimp, andouille sausage, or chicken thighs for a heartier meal. Incorporating okra, celery, and diced tomatoes creates a succotash-style variation.