Name: Maque Choux - Creamed Corn and Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: About 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 large onion, peeled and chopped; 1 to 2 green chiles such as Hatch, jalapeno, poblano, etc. seeded and chopped (use mild chiles if your family doesn't like spicy food); Raw corn kernels from 4 ears corn, or 3 cups frozen corn, unthawed; 2 tbsp heavy cream, optional; Kosher or fine sea salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tsp finely minced fresh basil or 1 tsp dried basil leaves (or other favorite herbs); 1 cup chopped and seeded fresh ripe tomatoes (or you can use quartered cherry tomatoes); Finely sliced green onions, for garnish; Grated Parmesan cheese, optional; Sriracha or other hot sauce, if desired