Description
Michael Symon’s Creamed Corn With Bacon brings Southern comfort to your table with rich, smoky flavors. Crispy bacon and sweet corn meld together in a luxurious side dish that will make taste buds dance with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) Frozen Corn
- 8 slices Bacon (cooked)
- 6 ounces (170 grams) (¾ cup) Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese (freshly grated)
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) Heavy Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Salted Butter
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 Tablespoons Flour
- 1 to 1 ½ teaspoons Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Red Onion (finely diced, optional)
- 1 Jalapeno, finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by either thawing frozen kernels according to package directions or removing fresh kernels from the cob. Thoroughly drain any excess moisture to prevent a watery consistency.
- Crisp the bacon using your preferred method: oven-roasting at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) for approximately 20 minutes or pan-frying until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb grease, then chop into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. If incorporating red onion, sauté until translucent and softened, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and incorporate flour, creating a smooth roux. Quickly fold in corn kernels, ensuring even coating.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream, then sprinkle salt and sugar. Return skillet to medium-low heat, stirring frequently and allowing the mixture to thicken for 10-14 minutes. Adjust heat to low if necessary.
- Gradually incorporate shredded cheese, allowing each handful to melt completely before adding more. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Mix half the crispy bacon pieces into the creamed corn, reserving remaining pieces for garnishing.
- Optional: Enhance flavor by drizzling spicy hot honey over the dish for a sweet and zesty finish.
- Perform a final gentle stir to ensure all ingredients are harmoniously combined and evenly distributed.
Notes
- Drizzling hot honey adds a delightful sweet and spicy contrast to the dish’s rich flavors.
- Salt levels can be personalized to match individual taste preferences perfectly.
- Prepping ingredients beforehand streamlines the entire cooking experience.
- Jalapenos bring a subtle, exciting heat when finely chopped and mixed in.
- Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly, creating a luxurious creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg