Creole Vegetables

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This recipe was handed down from my grandmother. It is a family favorite. A great way to use those garden vegetables. To save time, I cut corn from the cob while other vegetables are cooking.

Submitted by Kim
Updated on August 8, 2022
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • ½ pound bacon

  • 2 tablespoons bacon grease

  • ½ cup finely chopped onion

  • ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper

  • 2 cups chopped peeled tomatoes

  • 2 cups chopped fresh green beans

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

  • 1 ½ cups fresh corn kernels, cut from the cob

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 3 tablespoons water

  • 1 cup evaporated milk

Directions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until evenly brown. Set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons bacon fat. Saute onion and green pepper in bacon fat until tender. Stir in tomatoes, green beans, salt, and pepper. Cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in corn, cover, and continue cooking until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

  2. In a small bowl, mix together flour and water. Stir into vegetables, and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in evaporated milk. Crumble bacon over top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

202 Calories
9g Fat
22g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 202
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 636mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 11g 21%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 137mg 11%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 568mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.