Cajun Sweet Corn Medley (aka succotash in the deep South) is a traditional summer side dish that combines sweet corn and vegetables with bacon to make a tasty and colorful addition to any meal.
1red bell pepper, seeds and membranes removed, diced
1/2 - 1tsp.your favorite Cajun seasoning blend
3cupssweet corn, cut from the cob (may substitute frozen corn)
1cupgrape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1cuplima beans or edamame
4scallions, chopped, white and green parts both
Splash of heavy cream, optional
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a 10” cast iron skillet over medium high heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisped; remove from the skillet to a paper towel.
In the bacon fats that remain in the skillet, sauté the onions, bell pepper, and seasoning blend until the vegetables have softened a bit.
Stir in the corn, tomatoes, lima beans, and scallions; cook for another few minutes. Add the splash of cream and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at once.