Creamy Corn And Pepper Relish Recipes

RED PEPPER AND CORN RELISH

Steps:

• Roast the red pepper over a gas flame or under the broiler until blackened on all sides. Remove from heat and seal in a paper bag and let stand for 10 minutes. Peel, seed and chop.
• In a large bowl combine the vinegar, maple syrup, hot pepper sauce, ground tumeric and salt. Gradually whisk in the oil. Add the chopped red pepper, thawed corn and green onions. Toss to coat. Cover a refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Can be made up to 3 days ahead of time. Let relish stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

PEPPER RELISH AND CREAM CHEESE DIP

Steps:

• Blend softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth.
• Add relish and blend well.
• Serve with crisp tortilla chips, snack crackers, or finger foods.

ROASTED CORN AND GREEN RELISH

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to 350 degrees F.
• Place corn and chiles on grill, and grill until corn is partially charred on outside and chiles are fully charred on outside. Transfer both to a platter. Peel the outer skin from the chiles and remove stems and seeds, leaving only the tender meat of the chiles.
• Remove corn kernels from the cob with a knife or spoon and then place in a medium bowl. Dice chiles, red pepper, and onion and then add to bowl with kernels. Add cilantro and lime juice. Drizzle with olive oil. Add salt and garlic powder, to taste. Thoroughly combine and then refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

CREAMY CORN AND PEPPER RELISH

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium.
• Place corn in foil, sprinkle with water, wrap and put on the grill, with the red and pablano peppers. Char the peppers, remove, peel and dice for relish. Remove the corn to a cutting board, cut off the kernels and reserve in a medium bowl.
• Add oil to a large skillet and saute the garlic and onion. Saute for a minute, then add the roasted and fresh peppers, tomatoes, and corn heat for another quick minute. Add cream cheese and stir in milk very slowly until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth. Pour into a serving bowl, fold in cilantro and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve garnished with chives.