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Easy Creamy Creamed Corn Recipe for the Best Comforting Sides

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A quick and easy creamy creamed corn side dish that is silky, slightly sweet, and perfect for comforting meals. Made with simple ingredients and ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (about 600 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (42 grams), softened
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • ½ cup whole milk (120 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper
  • Optional: handful of chopped fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Prepare the corn: If using fresh corn, shave kernels off about 4 ears. If using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid (about 4 cups).
  2. Melt the butter in a medium-sized heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until foamy but not browned, about 2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and whole milk, stirring to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens, keeping heat moderate.
  5. Add the corn kernels, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until corn is tender and sauce is creamy.
  6. Scoop out about half the corn mixture and puree in a blender or with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir the puree back into the skillet.
  7. If the creamed corn is too thick, stir in a splash more milk. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Serve warm immediately. Leftovers can be reheated gently on the stove or in the microwave.

Notes

Keep heat medium-low once corn is added to avoid curdling cream. Pureeing half the corn creates a creamy texture without losing corn bite. Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for gluten-free version. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil and cream/milk with canned coconut milk.

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