Chicken Maque Choux

Ingredients

• 18 young tender corn
• 1 large spring chicken
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large tomato, small pieces
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• milk

Directions

1. 1

   Cut corn off cob, and then scrape ears with back of knife to obtain milky pulp.

2. 2

   In a heavy iron pot, brown the chicken in oil a few pieces at a time, until all sides are done.

3. 3

   Add corn, onions and the rest of the ingredients to the pot.

4. 4

   Stir mixture frequently while cooking over low flame for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   If mixture is too dry, add a small amount of milk.