Step 1

In a large frying pan or rondeau over medium to medium-high heat, add in the bacon and cook until the lardons are crispy, and the fat has been rendered, which takes about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the bacon lardons and set them aside.

Step 3

Add in the onions, garlic, and peppers to the pan with bacon fat and sauté for about 5 to 6 minutes or until lightly browned.

Step 4

Next, add the corn, okra, and lima beans and sauté over high heat for a further 5 minutes or until the corn is yellow and tender, and the okra begins to turn bright green.

Step 5

Stir in the zucchini and crisp bacon and cook for only 1 to 2 minutes while frequently stirring. This zucchini should not be mushy.

Step 6

Remove the pan from heat and finish with basil, tomatoes, butter, salt, and pepper.

Step 7

Garnish with additional chopped basil and sliced green onions.