Sweet Corn N Peppers Food

SWEET CORN 'N' PEPPERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine peppers and onion. Combine the salt, pepper, cayenne and paprika; sprinkle half over the vegetables and set aside. Sprinkle remaining seasoning mixture over corn., Place the corn on a vegetable grilling rack coated with cooking spray or in a perforated disposable aluminum pan. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10 minutes. Add reserved vegetables. Grill, covered, 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally and rotating corn.

SWEET CORN MAC 'N' CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Move one rack to the top of the oven.
• In a saucepan, simmer the corn with the milk and onion powder, if using, for 5 minutes.
• Combine the cornstarch with about 2 tablespoons water and stir well. Add the cornstarch to the corn mixture and whisk over medium heat for 3 minutes. Season the corn cream with a little nutmeg, salt, pepper and hot sauce if using. Remove from the heat, cover and keep warm.
• Boil the elbow macaroni in full rolling salted water for 4 to 6 minutes. Drain the macaroni well and add to the corn cream. Add the Cheddar, half of the mozzarella and the egg. Stir well. Pour into a 4-cup casserole dish or 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the remaining mozzarella.
• In a zip-top plastic bag, lightly crush the croutons using a small mallet or rolling pin. Stir together the oil and crushed croutons and spread over the top of the macaroni and corn mixture. Cook on the top rack until golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with hot sauce.
• This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

CORN 'N' PEPPER PACKETS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, parsley and seasonings. Place on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 12 in.). Drizzle with butter. Fold foil around vegetables and seal tightly. , Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 5-6 minutes on each side. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

SWEET CORN WITH PEPPERS

Steps:

• Core and vein the peppers. Cut the flesh into very thin strips about 1 1/2 inches in length. There should be about 2 cups.
• Set aside. Scrape the kernels from the corn. There should be about one cup.
• Set aside.
• Heat the oil and butter in a skillet and add the scallions, peppers and corn. Sprinkle with cumin, salt, pepper and garlic. Cook, shaking the skillet and stirring, about 1 1/2 minutes.
• Spoon the mixture into a warm serving dish.

SWEETCORN AND RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Remove all the husks and fibres from the cobs and slice the kernels off the cobs.
• Put the kernels in a pan with some water and bring to the boil. Cook for about 8 minutes or until tender. Drain well and reserve.
• Remove the caps, pith and seeds from the peppers and finely chop the flesh.
• Combine the corn, peppers, celery, garlic, tomatoes, rocket and parsley in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
• In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper together. Pour over salad.
• Sprinkle Parmesan shavings over salad and serve.

SWEET PEPPER AND CORN RELISH

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat and add corn, bell pepper, and onion. Saute until onion softens slightly and corn is tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• Stir in lime juice, brown sugar, lime zest, and cayenne pepper. Remove the relish to a bowl and cool slightly. Stir in green onion and parsley, and serve warm or at room temperature.

SWEET CORN, RED PEPPER, AND CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• To make Sherry Vinaigrette:.
• In a medium mixing bowl combine sherry wine vinegar, mustard, and salt; whisk until smooth.
• Gradually add the olive oil, whisking constantly until dressing thickens slightly.
• Season generously with pepper.
• Prepare the vinaigrette up to 3 days before serving; store in refrigerator.
• Makes about 3/4 cup.
• Salad:.
• Remove husks from ears of corn.
• Scrub ears with a stiff brush to remove silks; rinse.
• Cut kernels from cobs, scrape cobs with knife to release juices.
• In a large bowl combine corn and juices, sweet pepper, and cheese.
• Add Sherry Vinaigrette, stir to coat.
• Stir in parsley and salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve immediately.
• Makes 12 servings.
• Enjoy!

GRILLED SWEET PEPPERS AND CORN

Steps:

• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill peppers until charred on all sides. Transfer to paper bag; roll top to close tightly. Let steam 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
• Brush corn with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until charred in spots, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer to large bowl; cover to keep warm.
• Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper strips. Sauté until heated through, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon into center of large shallow platter. Arrange corn around peppers. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons basil over and serve.