Description
Southern comfort meets culinary magic in this irresistible cream corn like no other recipe, blending rich flavors with hearty Southern charm. Sweet kernels and creamy texture invite you to savor each comforting spoonful of pure homestyle deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears) or frozen corn (thawed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Thickening and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Select pristine corn kernels, either freshly sliced from cobs or high-quality frozen varieties. When using fresh corn, extract kernels by carefully sliding a sharp knife downward, then delicately scrape the cob’s surface to release its natural creamy essence.
- Activate a substantial skillet over moderate warmth, allowing butter to melt and create a golden foundation. Introduce corn kernels, allowing them to dance and caramelize slightly, developing rich, toasted undertones.
- Cascade heavy cream, whole milk, and seasoning agents into the skillet. Incorporate sugar, salt, pepper, and aromatic garlic powder to elevate the corn’s inherent sweetness and complexity.
- Craft a silky thickening agent by whisking flour with water until a smooth, lump-free slurry emerges. Gently integrate this mixture into the simmering corn, stirring consistently to prevent potential clumping.
- For an indulgent twist, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan, allowing its nutty, sharp profile to meld seamlessly with the creamy corn base. The cheese will contribute depth and a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Once the mixture reaches a perfect consistency – neither too thin nor overly dense – remove from heat. Transfer the lustrous corn creation to an elegant serving vessel, ready to complement robust main courses or shine independently as a sumptuous side dish.
Notes
- Customize corn selection by using fresh, frozen, or canned kernels, ensuring peak sweetness and texture.
- Maximize flavor extraction by scraping corn cobs with knife’s back, releasing hidden milky essence that intensifies overall taste profile.
- Adjust consistency using flour slurry technique, controlling sauce thickness without compromising creamy smoothness.
- Explore dairy-free alternatives by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream, maintaining rich, luxurious mouthfeel for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg