Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lowfat margarine
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 2 jalapeno peppers
  • 1 small red bell pepper
  • 2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen corn kernels
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, Reduced Sodium
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Method

  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp EVOO and the butter. Add the onions, jalapenos, bell peppers, garlic, corn, salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the onions are tender. Sprinkle with flour, and continue to cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken stock and milk. Bring the corn up to a simmer and then lower the heat to medium-low and add in cornstarch; cook until thick and creamy, about 5 minutes. Finish the corn with parsley and cilantro.