Corn on the cob and whole kernel corn are well known serving options but creamed corn is a third choice which is popular in the south especially during the summer corn growing season. If you're uncertain on how the creamy version of this vegetable is made. these instructions will help you learn [[how to make creamed corn|to make creamed corn.

Creamed corn can be made from fresh ears of corn or can be prepared using left over whole kernel corn. been searching for a great creamed corn recipe, this page is for you. Making creamed corn from scratch is almost as easy as opening a can. The dish is a convenient way to use up leftover corn on the cob. Just slice the kernels off the leftover ears, and plan on making creamed corn for dinner the next night. Set aside 1/2 cup of creamed corn if you would like to make cornbread later in the week.

• Heavy cream produces the creamiest creamed corn, but feel free to substitute half and half if you like. You can use evaporated skim milk to reduce the fat count further, if desired.

• 2 Tbsp butter
• 4 cups of fresh corn, cut from the cob (you'll need about 8 cobs for 4 cups)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy creamhttp://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/2145/Better-Than-Grannys-Creamed-C94049.shtml
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• Cornstarch to thickenhttp://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=257829

You'll need a medium saucepan and a mixing spoon to make the creamed corn.

1. Melt the butter on medium heat in a saucepan.
2. Add the corn and stir until coated with the butter.
3. Add 2/3 cup water to the corn and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add the sugar and cream to the corn. Add cornstarch to thicken. Cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
6. Add salt and pepper as desired.

Creamed corn can be customized in many different ways.

1. If you start with cooked corn on the cob, reduce the initial cooking time to 3 minutes, then add the cream and proceed as above.
2. Add 1/2 cup sauteéd onions to the creamed corn.
3. Add 1/2 cup minced red pepper to the corn before boiling.
4. A cheesy version can be made adding cream cheese and American or Cheddar.http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/317/Cheesy_Creamed_Corn55678.shtml
5. Creamed corn can also be prepared in a skillet with a frying technique.http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/2145/Hot-Buttered-Fried-Creamed-Cor109894.shtml