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A bowl of creamy, cheesy creamed corn dish garnished with fresh herbs.

Creamed Corn

A quick and comforting side dish made with corn, butter, and cream that's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 ears Fresh corn, cut off the cob Can substitute with frozen or canned corn.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Use salted or unsalted as preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream or whole milk Heavy cream will be richer.
  • 4 oz Cream cheese For a smoother texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar Optional, adjust based on the sweetness of corn.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • a pinch Cayenne pepper Optional for heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter over medium heat in a pan.
  2. Add corn and stir for a couple of minutes until warmed through.
  3. Add cream or milk and cubes of cream cheese. Stir slowly until cream cheese melts.
  4. Let it gently simmer for about 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and taste to adjust sweetness with sugar if necessary.
  6. To thicken, simmer longer or mash some corn against the pan's side and stir back in.

Notes

This dish can be easily tweaked with additional ingredients such as green onions or crispy bacon on top. It can also transform into a casserole by adding cheese and baking.