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Southern Creamed Corn

Cultural Context

Southern creamed corn has its roots in the agricultural heart of the American South, where corn is a staple crop. Traditionally served as a side dish, it embodies the comfort food ethos of the region, often appearing at family gatherings and holiday feasts. The dish has evolved over time, with variations including different cheeses or spices, and is now enjoyed across the United States, loved for its creamy texture and sweet corn flavor.

Southern AmericanUSside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
butter
onions
garlic
sweet frozen corn (15 ounces)
heavy cream (2 cups)
salt
white pepper
red pepper
quick grits (1 tablespoon)
Monterey Jack cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

1

Melt butter in a skillet.

2

Add onions and sauté until tender for about 5-6 minutes.

3

Add garlic and sweet frozen corn to the skillet.

4

Pour in 2 cups of heavy cream.

5

Add salt, white pepper, and red pepper.

6

Stir in 1 tablespoon of quick grits to thicken the mixture.

7

Reduce heat and allow the grits to thicken the creamed corn.

8

Add Monterey Jack cheese and stir until melted.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Creamed CornSouthern Style Creamed Corn

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