Corn Macque Choux

Ingredients

• 3 ears fresh corn
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 medium tomato
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 medium onion, diced
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Cut the kernels off the corn with a large knife.
2. Then, using a spoon, scrape the cob to remove as much of corn juice as possible.
3. Bring a small pot of water to boil.
4. Score an "x" on the bottom of the tomato with a knife.
5. Plunge it into the boiling water for thirty seconds.
6. Then remove, and when cool enough to handle, peel.
7. Remove the seeds and chop.
8. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
9. Add the corn, tomatoes, and water and cook, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes.
10. Add the bell pepper, onion, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
11. Stir frequently and cook for 12 minutes.