Description
Creamy Confetti Corn is a vibrant and delicious side dish featuring tender corn kernels cooked with colorful bell peppers, onions, and a luscious mixture of cream cheese and cream. Perfectly seasoned and creamy, this easy stovetop recipe adds a burst of flavor and color to any meal, making it a favorite comfort food classic for all occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup finely diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
Dairy & Fats
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup milk
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
- Cook the Corn: Stir in the frozen corn kernels with the softened vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the corn is heated through.
- Add Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and incorporate the cream cheese into the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted and blended smoothly with the corn mixture.
- Mix in Cream and Milk: Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
- Season the Dish: Add granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the skillet. Continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
- Serve Warm: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the creamy confetti corn warm as a delightful side dish with your favorite main courses.
Notes
- Substitute half-and-half for the milk and cream for a lighter version of this dish.
- Fresh or canned corn can be used instead of frozen corn for convenience or preference.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of paprika or some shredded cheddar cheese over the dish just before serving.
