Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 slices bacon, cut up into small pieces
  • 1 cup vidalia onion, diced (or any regional variety of sweet onion)
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium jalapeno, seeded and finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Method

  • Place the corn kernels in a bowl and pour the heavy cream over the corn. Allow to sit while you fry the bacon and vegetables.
  • Cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Add the onions, bell pepper and jalapeno. Cook until onion is translucent; about 4-5 minutes.
  • Now add the corn/heavy cream mixture to the pot, stirring until ingredients are mixed well.
  • Stir in the salt, black pepper and sugar.
  • Reduce heat to simmer and cook, covered for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot.