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Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 pound frozen corn
- 5 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup light thickened cream
- 1 cup light cream cheese softened
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar optional
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup parmesan freshly grated
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
- Incorporate light cream, cream cheese, and chicken stock, whisking until smooth and combined.
- Allow to gently simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in frozen corn, salt, black pepper, sugar, and nutmeg, mixing well. Simmer gently for 6-8 minutes until corn is tender and sauce is creamy.
- Mix in 1/2 cup of grated parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle extra parmesan on top, and broil for 5 minutes until golden and slightly crisp at 200°C.
- Let rest for a few minutes to thicken slightly, then serve warm topped with chopped parsley.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
For added depth of flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 17 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop and Broil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg