Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- large skillet
- small bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 tablespoons Flour Substitute with arrowroot powder or cornstarch for gluten-free.
- 1 cup Whole Milk Use dairy-free alternatives for a vegan option.
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Rendered bacon grease can be used for extra flavor.
- 1 medium Shallot Onion can substitute if shallots aren't available.
- 4 cups Frozen Sweet Corn Fresh corn is ideal when in season.
For the Creaminess
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or coconut cream can be used for a lighter version.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used as an alternative.
For the Kick
- ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for milder flavor.
- to taste Kosher Salt Adjust as needed.
- to taste Black Pepper Adjust as needed.
Optional Add-Ons
- ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Skip for a dairy-free version.
Instructions
How to Make Delicious Creamed Corn
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour and whole milk until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and sauté for about 1 minute until softened.
- Stir in frozen sweet corn, heavy cream, and dried thyme. Cook for 4-5 minutes until warmed through.
- Blend 1-2 cups of the mixture until smooth and return to the skillet.
- Add cayenne, kosher salt, and black pepper. Serve warm, garnishing as desired.
Notes
For a sweeter note, try adding honey or maple syrup with fresh corn. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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