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Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn That Feels Like a Warm Hug on Your Plate

This Creamed Corn recipe offers a comforting delight, quick and easy to prepare, making it a must-try for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp flour Substitute with arrowroot powder or cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • 1 cup whole milk Can be swapped for half-and-half or dairy-free milk.
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter Can use rendered bacon grease for flavor.
  • 1 medium shallot Regular onion can be used if shallots aren’t available.
For the Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups frozen sweet corn Fresh corn can be substituted in season.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Mix with milk for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tsp dried thyme Use fresh thyme for better flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
Optional for Extra Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Stir in for an extra creamy finish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • food processor or blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamed Corn
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and whole milk until smooth, then set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, then add shallot and sauté for 1 minute until soft.
  3. Stir in frozen sweet corn, heavy cream, and dried thyme, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until heated.
  4. Blend 1-2 cups of the corn mixture until smooth, then return to the skillet to mix with remaining corn.
  5. Season with cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir in Parmesan if desired, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For chunkiness, blend 1 cup of mixture; for smoothness, blend up to 2 cups. Adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup if needed. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

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