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creamed corn

Creamed Corn

5 from 1 vote
Sweet corn kernels simmered in rich cream sauce with butter, creating perfect balance of sweet and savory. Easy stovetop side dish ready in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups corn kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
  • 1 cup heavy cream Essential for richness
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Enhances sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon salt To taste
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper Or black pepper
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, cubed Optional for extra thickness
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet For cooking
  • 1 Wooden Spoon For stirring
  • 1 Sharp knife If using fresh corn
  • 1 Measuring cups For ingredients

Method
 

  1. If using fresh corn, cut kernels off cobs with sharp knife to get 4 cups, or thaw and drain frozen corn completely.
  2. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat until it stops foaming, then add corn kernels and cook 3 to 4 minutes stirring occasionally until heated through.
  3. Pour heavy cream over corn, stir in sugar, salt, and white pepper, then bring to gentle simmer over medium low heat without letting it boil hard.
  4. Let simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens enough to coat back of spoon.
  5. If using cream cheese, add cubed cream cheese now and stir until melted completely into sauce for extra thick texture.
  6. Remove from heat, taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed, then garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
    finishing creamed corn in skillet

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use low to medium low heat to prevent cream from curdling. Stir occasionally while simmering. Sauce thickens as it cools so aim for slightly thinner than desired final consistency. Add splash of milk if too thick when reheating. Works with fresh, frozen, or canned corn.

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