Fattening Corn
Indulge in rich, creamy decadence with this irresistible Fattening Corn recipe, a comfort food masterpiece that transforms simple sweet corn into a luxurious, flavor-packed side dish. Perfectly cooked in a buttery base and infused with a velvety blend of heavy cream, tangy cream cheese, and savory grated Parmesan, this dish boasts a rich, thick texture that’s impossible to resist. A hint of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper elevates each bite, while a fresh parsley garnish adds a pop of color and brightness to the final plate. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is the ultimate accompaniment to your favorite main courses—or a decadent treat to savor all on its own. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or craving the ultimate indulgence, Fattening Corn is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, add the sweet corn kernels to the pan and stir to coat them in the butter. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and add them to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the mixture.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is thickened and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and transfer the fattening corn to a serving dish.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
