Description
Creamed Corn with Bacon and Scallions is a delicious and creamy side dish that combines sweet corn with crispy bacon and fresh scallions for a flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen corn)
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the corn to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and milk, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked bacon and scallions, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a healthier version, you can use turkey bacon.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Feel free to add cheese for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Creamed Corn, Bacon, Scallions, Side Dish, American Cuisine