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Creamed Corn

Creamed corn is so easy to make, and the perfect corn side dish. Whip this up for your weeknight dinner or holiday side to serve a crowd.
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword christmas dinner side dish, corn recipe, cream corn, cream style corn, creamed corn, easy cream corn, frozen corn recipe, holiday side dish, homemade cream corn, how to make creamed corn, thanksgiving side dish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Calories 97kcal
Author Kelsey

Ingredients

  • 1-16 oz package frozen corn kernels approximately 4 cups
  • 1 Tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1/2 cup whole milk more as needed
  • 1-2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar or less if you don't want it too sweet
  • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Start by rinsing your frozen corn in a strainer to remove the ice.
  • Add corn into the pan, and add in butter over medium heat.
  • In the microwave heat the milk for 20-30 seconds to get it slightly warm. Add in the cornstarch once warmed and whisk until mixed.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture into the pan, along with sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well for 6-8 minutes or until thickened.
  • Then add in your grated parmesan cheese to the creamed corn mixture. Once the cheese is melted it is done.
  • Serve the creamed corn hot, with any of your favorite main dishes.

Notes

  • You can use canned corn, just drain off the liquid, or do fresh corn from the cob. Just remove from cob and mix in as normal.
  • Add less sugar to adjust the sweetness. Or if you want sweeter add a bit more in. You can adjust the flavor to your liking.
  • If the mixture is not thick enough for your liking, add in more cornstarch and milk mixture 1 teaspoon of each at a time until it reaches your desired texture.
  • Store leftovers of the homemade creamed corn in the refrigerator.
  • You can make this side dish a day in advance. Then just warm on the stove. If too thick add more milk to thin it.
  • Freezing creamed corn can be done to save. The texture will be slightly softer when reheated. It can freeze for up to three months when properly stored.
  • Serve plain or top with diced jalapenos, grated parmesan, etc.
  • You can easily double the recipe if you plan to serve a crowd. Just use a large enough pan.
  • For a richer flavor, you can use cream in replace of milk in the recipe. I don't recommend using a lower percentage of milk as it will affect the flavor of the corn.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 297mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g