Description
Jalapeño Popper Creamed Corn is a flavorful side dish that harmoniously blends sweet corn with spicy jalapeños, creating a creamy, indulgent experience. This recipe features rich cream cheese and gooey cheddar, making every bite a delightful adventure. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh sweet corn (or frozen)
- 2 medium jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting fresh corn off the cob and dicing jalapeños.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté jalapeños for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the corn and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg