Easy Creamed Corn – A Sweet & Creamy Family Favorite Recipe
Easy Creamed Corn is a sweet and creamy side dish that combines tender sweet corn with a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with shallots and subtle herbs. This family-favorite recipe is effortless to make on the stovetop and perfect for complementing any dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dairy
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Optional: freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Produce
- 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot
- 5 cups frozen sweet corn, thawed and drained
Instructions
- Prepare Corn & Aromatics: Ensure the frozen corn is completely thawed and drained thoroughly. Finely dice the shallot to prepare for the sauté.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and cook while stirring occasionally until soft and translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Avoid browning the shallots to keep flavor delicate.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the softened shallots and stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste, creating a pale, thick paste.
- Whisk in Liquids: Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and continue whisking occasionally for 5 to 8 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Combine & Simmer: Add the thawed corn kernels, dried thyme, and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream sauce. Stir gently to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.
- Adjust Seasoning & Serve: Uncover the pot and taste the creamed corn. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking. For extra creaminess, use an immersion blender to blend 1 to 1.5 cups of the mixture until smooth, then stir it back into the pot. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Make sure to thaw and drain the frozen corn well to avoid excess water diluting the sauce.
- Do not brown the shallots as this recipe relies on a delicate sweetness in the flavor.
- Simmer on low heat to prevent curdling or boiling the cream sauce.
- Using an immersion blender to blend part of the mixture creates a luscious texture without making it pureed.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice umami finish to the dish.
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