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THE MOST DELICIOUS SWEET SOUTHERN CREAMED CORN RECIPE | CLASSIC OLD SCHOOL COMFORT FOOD

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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
1 lb bacon
1 medium yellow onion
4 cups frozen corn
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Cook a few strips of bacon in a skillet until crispy, about 2-3 minutes, to render bacon grease.

2

Add half of a finely diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.

3

Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the skillet with the onion.

4

Add Trader Joe's super sweet white frozen corn to the skillet and cook until lightly browned, allowing the liquid to cook down.

5

Stir in 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of flour, mixing well to combine and cooking the flour through.

6

Reduce heat to low and add 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, stirring to incorporate.

7

After the heavy cream is mixed in, add 1 cup of whole milk, adjusting the consistency as desired.

8

Season with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

large skilletknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Creamed CornSouthern Style Creamed Corn

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