This dish is representative of my area of the country, and particularly the Texas-Louisiana border. The okra, corn and Creole seasonings are all popular here. —Ruth Aubey, San Antonio, Texas
2 cups fresh or frozen corn or 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole-kernel corn
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra
3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped (1-1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
Directions
In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until tender. Add corn and okra; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper and, if desired, pepper sauce. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Test Kitchen tip
Dried thyme adds a lot of flavor but if you have fresh available, by all means, go ahead and use that. You'll want to use 3/4 teaspoon fresh in place of the 1/4 teaspoon dried. And while you're at it, go ahead and garnish with a few sprigs as well.