Creamed Corn
Quick and easy creamed corn is made with frozen sweet corn simmered in a rich and creamy sauce. Simple ingredients make it easy to ditch the can and make this homemade!
Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped onion (1 medium onion)
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 2 packages frozen corn kernels (10 ounces each), thawed
- 1 teaspoon salt , or to taste
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon pepper , or to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese , freshly grated
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt 3 Tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, or until soft.
- Add two packages thawed frozen corn, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 Tablespoon sugar, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 cup cream. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk 1/2 cup milk and 2 Tablespoons flour until smooth.
- Add milk mixture to the corn mixture in the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until it's thickened and corn is cooked. This will take about 4 or 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and a pinch of nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 378mg, Potassium: 87mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 575IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 82mg, Iron: 0.2mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
