5 Delicious Corn Recipes (2024)

20 September

Corn is all the rage right now on Pinterest and recipe sites! Fall is a great time for all of the corn recipes and today we are sharing 5 of our FAVORITE recipes whose main ingredient is corn.

EASY CREAMED CORN

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INGREDIENTS:

  • 6 ouncesPHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 2 cups corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-inch baking dish or coat with nonstick spray.
  2. Combine cream cheese, butter and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Stir in milk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in corn until well combined, about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Spread corn mixture into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Place into oven and bake until bubbly, about 15-17 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

SOUTHWESTERN SAUTEED CORN

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3-1/3 cups fresh corn or 1 package (16 ounces) of frozen corn
  • 1 plum tomato, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions

  • In a large cast-iron or another heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add corn; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in tomato, lime juice, salt and cumin. Cook until heated through, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro.

CORN CHOWDER

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Ingredients

  • 4slicesthick-cut bacon, diced
  • 2tablespoonsunsalted butter
  • 1smallsweet onion, finely diced
  • 2stalkscelery, finely diced
  • 3clovesgarlic, diced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste (I usually add about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • 1/4cupall-purpose flour
  • 5cupslow-sodium chicken broth
  • 2mediumrusset potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3cupscorn kernels(fresh from 5 ears of corn, canned and drained, or frozen thawed and drained)
  • 1tablespoonhoney(if using canned or frozen corn)
  • 1/4teaspoondried thyme
  • 2bay leaves
  • 1cupheavy cream
  • 1cupshredded cheddar cheese
  • 2scallions, diced small

Instructions

  • Add the bacon to the bottom of a large heavy soup pot set over medium heat. Stir until the bacon is browned and crispy. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Drain or spoon off all but 3 tablespoons of the fat in the pot. Stir in the butter until melted.
  • Add in the onion and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables just begin to become tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Sprinkle the flour into the vegetables to coat them evenly and make a paste. Cook a minute or two to get rid of the raw flour flavor.
  • Pour in the chicken broth along with the potato, corn, honey, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Discard the bay leaves from the soup.
  • Add in the heavy cream.
  • Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until the desired consistency is reached (alternatively, transfer about 3 cups of the soup in a food processor or blender and stir it back into the soup.)
  • Stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
  • Stir in most of the cooked bacon, reserving some for garnish.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.

HONEY SKILLET CORNBREAD (with corn inside!)

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup(115g)unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup(113g)honey
  • 1largeegg, at room temperature
  • 1 cup(240ml)buttermilk, at room temperature*
  • 1 cup(120g)cornmeal*
  • 1 cup(125g)all-purpose flour()
  • 1 teaspoonbakingpowder
  • 1/2 teaspoonbaking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoonsalt
  • 1 cup(175g)corn(fresh, frozen, or canned)*

Instructions

  1. While constantly whisking, melt butter over low heat in your skillet. Pour butter into a medium bowl and allow to cool down for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
  3. Whisk the honey,egg, and buttermilk into the melted butter. Set aside.
  4. In a separate larger bowl, whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until combined. Fold in the corn. Avoid over-mixing.
  5. Skillet should still be hot, but if not– heat the stove on low and warm it up for a minute or two. You want a hot skillet.
  6. Pour batter into hot skillet.Bake for 20 minutes or until the edges and top are golden brown and the center is cooked through. Use a toothpick to test to check.
  7. Cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Serve cornbread with butter, honey,honey butter(do it!), or jam. Wrap leftovers up tightly and store at room temperature for up to 1 week.

SPICY CORN CARBONARA

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Ingredients

  • 4 ears corn
  • 8 strips bacon, diced
  • 1 red onion, minced
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 16 ounces bucatini (or spaghetti or linguine)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Chives, for serving

Directions

1. Cut the corn off the cob with a sharp knife. Transfer kernels to a bowl and firmly scrape the knife against the cob to release any liquid. Discard the cobs.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until the fat has rendered and it’s very crisp 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the bacon from the pan with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

3. Add the red onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s tender, about 4 minutes. Add the corn and garlic and cook until the garlic is fragrant about 3 minutes. Season with the salt and red pepper flakes and reserve over low heat.

4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Scoop out and reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.

5. Stir the pasta water into the corn mixture. Raise heat to medium and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and cream. Add to the skillet and toss well to coat. Add the Parmesan, plenty of black pepper, and reserved bacon and toss to combine. Garnish with the chives.

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FAQs

How to make your corn good? ›

My takeaway: Adding butter to your water bath is a great way to add extra flavor to your corn. It coats the cobs in a thin layer of butter, leaving you with perfectly glossy corn that's buttery and rich.

What makes corn taste better? ›

A little butter, milk and a dash of sugar will go a long way to improving the flavor. If you have the option, I'd recommend frozen corn over canned. You can add butter and cream to make it taste better. Also a pinch of pepper.

What is the best topping for corn on the cob? ›

5 Ways to Dress Up Corn on the Cob
  1. Sweet and spicy. Blend butter with honey and cayenne and spread it on the corn before grilling it (with the husks pulled back on) until it's tender. ...
  2. Parmesan butter. ...
  3. Seasoning salts. ...
  4. Roasted garlic. ...
  5. Mayonnaise.
Jun 28, 2022

Why do you soak corn before cooking? ›

Soaking the corn husks in water has two important purposes. For starters, soaking the corn in water prevents the corn husks from burning or catching on fire. Secondly, the excess moisture helps steam the corn inside the husk and makes the corn kernels as juicy and plump as possible.

What should I soak my corn in? ›

Soak the Corn Cobs

As with many vegetables cooked on the grill, you should start by soaking corn on the cob in cold water. This adds moisture to the husks, softening them and reducing the chance of a flare-up. Allow the ears to soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to an hour before you put them on the grill.

How to spice up can corn? ›

Once cooked, stir in some cream cheese for a cheesy, creamy corn dish. Add a splash of lime juice and some chopped cilantro – perfect for serving with tacos or Mexican-inspired dishes. Top with crispy bacon pieces or crispy onions for added texture and flavor.

What is the healthiest way to eat corn? ›

It's also somewhat low in calories, making it a good way to get some of these important nutrients into your diet without overloading your calorie intake. Corn is healthiest when it is eaten as close to its natural growing form as possible, either on the cob, as cooked kernels, or freshly milled.

Does butter make corn taste better? ›

If the name itself doesn't convince you, the brilliant technique will: cooking ears of fresh corn in a pot of boiling water seasoned with milk, butter, and salt. This method infuses every kernel with sweet, buttery flavor, and gives the corn a luxe, tender texture.

Can dogs eat corn? ›

Is Corn Good for Dogs? Raw corn and cooked corn are safe for dogs to eat, in small portions, in moderation, and always off the cob. Frozen corn can be a fun, crunchy food topper for dogs—just make sure to watch them as they eat it to ensure they don't choke.

Should you wash canned corn before eating? ›

Indeed, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that draining and rinsing canned vegetables can reduce the sodium content by 5 to 10 percent.

Should canned corn be rinsed? ›

However, it is a good idea to rinse canned vegetables with water before eating them to remove any excess salt or other additives that may have been used during the canning process. Rinsing canned vegetables can also help to remove any debris that may be on the surface of the vegetables.

How to make corn tastier? ›

Rick often makes a quick corn side dish by cutting kernels off the cob and sautéeing them in butter with some chopped shallot and garlic. As the corn cooks, flavorful brown bits will stick to the pan, which along with the nutty-sweet butter help mask the flavor of bland corn.

How do you jazz up corn on the cob? ›

Corn on the cob can be delicious with a variety of toppings. Some popular options include butter, salt, pepper, and herbs like cilantro or parsley. You can also try adding cheese, such as grated parmesan or crumbled feta, for extra flavor.

Why do people add milk when cooking corn on the cob? ›

Boiling corn on the cob brings out its natural sweetness. But if you want an even juicier and sweeter crisp-tender bite, swap out some of the water for milk. The milk enhances the flavor and texture. It also infuses the corn on the cob with milk and butter, resulting in salty, buttery kernels.

What can I add to canned corn to make it better? ›

Best Corn Recipe Variations
  1. Add some heat by mixing in diced jalapeno or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
  2. Once cooked, stir in some cream cheese for a cheesy, creamy corn dish.
  3. Add a splash of lime juice and some chopped cilantro – perfect for serving with tacos or Mexican-inspired dishes.
Jan 17, 2017

Should I water my corn everyday? ›

As a member of the grass family, corn is a high-demand moisture crop that needs an inch of water each week. The goal is to keep the soil consistently near the 75% moisture content. With very sandy soil, a little more may be necessary. One inch of water should wet the soil to a depth of at least 5 inches.

How do you make bland corn taste better? ›

The corn cooked in plain water was virtually tasteless, as was the sample pulled from the water-milk bath. So although adding milk proved unnecessary, a little sugar did the trick—4 teaspoons per gallon of plain water brought out the bright flavor of the kernels.

Are you supposed to soak corn? ›

First let's define exactly what we're talking about here. Soaking corn in water while still in the husk is old news. It's a good way to help your corn steam if you plan on throwing it directly on the grill (or onto a bed of hot coal), especially if your corn is slightly past its prime and its husk has started to dry.

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