Sauteed okra tomatoes & corn

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsOkra, stems and tips removed
3poundsTomatoes, skinned and seeded
8Ears fresh corn OR
4cupsFrozen corn kernels
2tablespoonsUnsalted butter
2tablespoonsSafflower oil
4cupsOnions, coarsely chopped
1tablespoonSalt or to taste
Freshly ground pepper

Directions

This classic Southern combination is from "Lee Bailey's Country Weekends" (Clarkson Potter).

1. Cut okra into ¼" rounds, discarding tops. There should be about 6 cups.

2. Put tomatoes in stainless or enameled pan and cook slowly for half an hour. Do not scorch. Drain any liquid. There should be about 2 cups.

3. Cut corn from cob with sharp knife or defrost frozen corn.

4. Heat butter and oil in a skillet. Add okra and onions. Cook until onions are wilted and okra has begun to brown at edges, 10-15 minutes. Turn often, add reduced tomatoes and salt, and cook 5 minutes.

5. Add corn and cook 3-4 minutes. Season to taste.