Description
This creamy, cheesy creamed corn recipe features tender sweet corn kernels simmered with shallots, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese for a rich, flavorful side dish that’s smooth and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large shallot, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
- 5 cups fresh sweet yellow corn kernels (or frozen, thawed and drained)
Dairy and Thickening
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded or grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 3/4 tsp black pepper, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Shallots: In a large nonstick or cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced shallot and sauté until soft, translucent, and fragrant, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the grated or minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Combine Corn and Cream: Add the corn kernels, heavy cream, granulated sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Make Thickening Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the whole milk and all-purpose flour until smooth and free of lumps.
- Thicken the Creamed Corn: Slowly pour the milk and flour mixture into the corn mixture while stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens and is heated through. If it’s not thick enough, cook a bit longer as desired.
- Add Parmesan: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded parmesan cheese until melted, then adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley and cracked black pepper on top before serving. Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using cream, butter, parmesan cheese, and lots of sweet corn creates an incredibly smooth, rich, and cheesy creamed corn.
- This dish can be made with fresh or frozen sweet corn, making it convenient year-round.
- Adjust the thickness by cooking longer or adding a little more milk mixture, depending on your preference.
- Garnish with extra cracked black pepper and fresh parsley to enhance flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg
