Easy Creamed Corn Recipe (Perfect Easter Side Dish)
u003cemu003eCreamed corn with a rich blend of heavy cream and butter with an added touch of sweetness and cream cheese.u003c/emu003e
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen corn
- 3 Tbsp. butter
- 3 Tbsp. all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- optional, garnish with paprika
Instructions
- Boil the corn as instructed on the directions on the package, strain it and set it aside.
- Add the milk and cream into a measuring cup and set it aside.
- In a medium pot, on medium heat add in the butter and melt.
- Once the butter starts to boil add in the flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly add in the milk and cream mixture while whisking the whole time. It will start getting thick.
- Whisk constantly until all of the liquid is added and it starts to thicken.
- Stir in the sugar, salt and pepper.
- Add in the cream cheese and whisk just until smooth.
- Once smooth, add in the corn and turn down the heat to medium low.
- Heat the corn until it is warmed through and the sauce reaches desired consistency. This is a very creamy recipe.
- Pour mixture into a serving bowl and season it with a touch of salt and pepper before serving.
- Garnish with paprika if wanted