Description
Cowboy Butter Creamed Corn is a delectable side dish that elevates sweet corn with a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic and fresh herbs. In just 30 minutes, you can create a creamy delight that’s perfect for barbecues, holiday gatherings, or weeknight meals. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it an irresistible addition to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley or chives)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. If using fresh corn, husk it and remove the kernels.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in sweet corn and cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Gradually add heavy cream while stirring; let simmer for another 3 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg