Easy Southwestern Corn

This is a healthy side dish that goes perfect with any meal.  It is bright, colorful, and packed with flavor. We usually serve this along with Beef Enchiladas and Refried Beans.  

Ingredients

1 Tbs. butter
3 1/2 c. fresh corn or frozen corn
1 onion, chopped
1 sweet bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, chopped
1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chili's
1 Tbs. lime juice
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. cumin
2 Tbs. cilantro (optional)

Directions

In a heavy cast iron skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. 

Stir in corn, onion, sweet bell pepper and jalepeno pepper. Cook and stir until tender. This takes about 3 to 5 minutes.  Reduce heat to low.

Add the Rotel tomatoes and green chili's, lime juice, and cumin.  Stir until combined.  Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Salt and pepper to taste.

Remove from heat.  Add the cilantro if desired.  Serve and enjoy.