Spicy corn ragout

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsChicken broth
1Garlic clove; minced
½Red onion; diced
1Red bell pepper; diced
2tablespoonsJalapeno peppers; chopped
2cupsFrozen corn
½cupChicken broth
10ouncesSpinach; trimmed and chopped
¼teaspoonPepper
cupFresh basil; chopped

Directions

Heat oil in large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Add garlic and onion.

Cook gently until tender and fragrant, but do not brown.

Add red peppers, and jalapenos. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in corn and mix together well. Add stock and bring to a boil. Cook gently for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook for 5 minutes longer, just until wilted. Add pepper, salt, if desired and basil. Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.

NOTES : Original recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of olive oil for frying the garlic and onion. I substituted the chicken broth.