Description
This Southern Skillet Corn recipe is a comforting and flavorful side dish made with fresh or frozen corn kernels simmered with butter, sugar, and seasonings, then thickened with a creamy milk and flour mixture. It’s a perfect accompaniment to any Southern-inspired meal, offering a slightly sweet and buttery taste with a rich, velvety texture.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels, cut fresh from cob (can use frozen)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup water
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Simmer Corn Mixture: Combine corn, salt, pepper, sugar, butter, and water in a 10-inch skillet. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Thickening Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with the milk, whisking until the mixture is completely smooth without lumps.
- Thicken and Finish Cooking: Stir the milk and flour mixture into the simmering corn. Continue to cook for an additional five minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh corn cut from the cob, but frozen corn works well as a convenient alternative.
- Adjust sugar according to sweetness of your corn or personal taste.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent burning and sticking.
- This dish can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
