Description
A comforting and creamy side dish that tastes like real corn, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Corn (fresh cut kernels, frozen, or canned) (Drain canned corn well if used.)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (For flavor and richness.)
- 2 tablespoons Flour (Helps thicken the sauce.)
- 1 cup Milk (For creamy texture.)
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream or half and half (For extra creaminess.)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (Optional, helps balance sweetness.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To taste.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Do not skip this for balance.)
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese (Optional for extra richness.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir for about 30 seconds to cook off the raw flour taste.
- Pour in the milk slowly while stirring to keep it smooth. Add the heavy cream and stir until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the corn, along with salt, pepper, and optional sugar. Let simmer gently until the corn is heated through and the sauce is creamy.
- If using cream cheese, stir it in at the end until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
For a richer flavor, mash a small scoop of corn against the side of the pan to release natural sweetness. This recipe can easily be adjusted for spiciness, cheesiness, or additional herbs to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetable
- Cuisine: American