Have you ever stumbled upon a recipe that just hits the spot, every single time? That’s exactly how I feel about my go-to slow cooker creamed corn. This is not your average, run-of-the-mill creamed corn. It’s like the Rolls-Royce of creamed corn, if you will.
Why make creamed corn from scratch, you may ask? The answer is simple: nothing beats the rich and velvety taste of homemade creamed corn. With a slow cooker, you transform simple ingredients into a luscious side dish that is far superior to any canned version. It’s comfort food at its finest!
The Magic of Slow Cooking
Slow cooking is like the fairy godmother of the culinary world. It turns simple, everyday ingredients into something magical. With a slow cooker, the corn and cream come together and simmer for hours, resulting in a side dish that is profoundly flavorful and satisfying.
Plus, using a slow cooker means you can set it and forget it. It doesn’t require constant stirring or surveillance. It’s the perfect solution for those days when you want a homemade meal but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
The Star Ingredient: Corn
In this recipe, corn isn’t just a supporting character, it’s the star of the show. Its natural sweetness is enhanced by slow cooking, creating a dish that is both savory and slightly sweet. Selecting fresh, high-quality corn will make all the difference in your creamed corn.
While you can use frozen corn in a pinch, I highly recommend using fresh corn when it’s in season. The flavor is incomparable, and it makes this traditional dish feel just a bit special.
Adding the Creamy Element
What sets this creamed corn recipe apart is the combination of cream cheese and heavy cream. Together, they produce a creamy, decadent sauce that perfectly complements the sweetness of the corn. It’s an indulgence worth every calorie.
The cream cheese melts down and combines with the heavy cream and corn to create a creamy, rich, and velvety sauce. The result is a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Let’s Get Cooking: Ingredients and Instructions
Ingredients
- 8 cups of fresh or frozen corn
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Place corn into the slow cooker.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and cream cheese together over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream, milk, salt, pepper, and sugar to the saucepan and stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture over the corn in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm. Enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 370
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 72mg
- Sodium: 297mg
- Potassium: 449mg
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 7g