Try this year-round favorite recipe for creamed corn that is easy to make and cooks quickly. It uses ground corn as a thickener, making it a naturally gluten-free dish.
Creamed Corn Comfort Food
When it comes to soul-warming comfort food, few dishes evoke the same level of nostalgia and satisfaction as creamed corn. This classic Southern side dish has been a staple on dinner tables for generations, and for good reason. Rich, creamy, and bursting with the sweet flavor of corn, it’s a beloved favorite that pairs perfectly with many main courses.
Simple Ingredients in Creamed Corn
One of the best things about this recipe is its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep work, this recipe is easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners or last-minute gatherings. It has just three basic ingredients: corn, butter, and half-and-half, and is seasoned with salt and pepper.
No Flour in this Side Dish
Many recipes for creamed corn use flour as a thickener. However, this recipe lacks flour but remains thick and creamy due to the use of chopped corn as a thickener. One-third of the corn is chopped fine in a food processor and then added to the rest of the corn. The result is a creamy, thick side dish with a rich corn flavor. This recipe is also flour-free, making it friendly for those who can’t eat wheat.
Use Frozen or Fresh Corn for Creamed Corn
This side dish can be served any time of the year because it uses frozen or fresh corn. I usually make it with frozen corn because it is a time saver. However, it is a great recipe when you have a bounty of summer corn and want to take advantage of the fresh-picked taste. Use about 9 cups of fresh-cut corn in place of frozen corn. However, avoid canned corn because it can change the taste of this dish.
Dairy for Creamed Corn
This recipe calls for half whole milk and half cream; however, you can substitute all cream or all whole milk. But remember, this recipe is called creamed corn for a reason and has the best flavor with half and half or all cream.
No Added Sugar
This side dish has a sweet taste from the corn itself. Unlike other recipes, this one does not have added sugar. The secret to this no-sugar recipe? Use sweet corn that is naturally sweet. Use a sweet bi-color frozen corn. The recipe notes list my favorite corn for this recipe.
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I hope you enjoy this recipe!
Simple and Delicious Creamed Corn
Ingredients
- (3) 14 to 16-ounce package frozen corn, partially thawed (about 9 cups)
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 cups half and half (or whole milk)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Add one bag of corn to a food processor or electric chopper and process on high until finely chopped.
- Melt butter in a large skillet and then add the chopped corn and stir.
- Add the other two bags of corn, the half and half, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Heat on medium heat until corn starts to boil. Then reduce the heat to low and simmer the corn for 10-15 minutes or until all the corn is thawed and the half and half has reduced a little.