Creamed Corn Thanksgiving Recipe
A rich and creamy creamed corn dish that’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy dinner. Sweet corn is cooked in a buttery cream sauce, seasoned just right, and topped with a hint of nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp sugar (optional for extra sweetness)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2. Add corn and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3. Stir in heavy cream, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and sugar if using.
- 4. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until corn is tender and sauce is creamy.
- 5. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- 7. Serve warm as a side dish for Thanksgiving or dinner.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor, frozen works fine too.
- For a thicker sauce, mash some corn kernels slightly.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: creamed corn, Thanksgiving side dish, creamy corn