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Corn-on-the-Cob on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

Sweet corn is in season and that makes me happy! One of the easiest ways to prepare it is to make corn-on-the-cob on the Char-Broil Big Easy. The corn comes out tender and sweet. Every kernel pops in your mouth as you bite into it. To make my corn extra special I wrapped it in bacon first! Oh yeah!

Corn-on-the-Cob on the Char-Broil Big Easy

I cut my corn-on-the-cobs in half and then put them into the Char-Broil Big Easy, standing them on end. With the bunk bed basket I think I could easily fit 6 full ears on my Big Easy. You don’t want to crowd them, though, so they cook evenly and the bacon crisps up good. If you’re using bacon, that is. And really, why not?

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my corn cooked in packets on the Char-Broil Big Easy.

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Corn-on-the-Cob on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Corn-on-the-Cob from the Char-Broil Big Easy

Sweet corn is in season and that makes me happy! One of the easiest ways to prepare it is to make corn-on-the-cob on the Char-Broil Big Easy. The corn comes out tender and sweet. Every kernel pops in your mouth as you bite into it. To make my corn extra special I wrapped it in bacon first! Oh yeah!
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, corn-on-the-cob
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 93kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Season the corn.
  • If using bacon, wrap the slices around the cobs and secure with a toothpick. Add more seasoning if desired.
  • Place the corn into the Big Easy basket. I found it easiest to stand them on end.
  • Lower the basket into the cooker and cook 25-30 minutes or until the corn is done and starting to brown on the bottom and the bacon is done (if using).
  • Remove and devour!

Notes

You’ll want to use a Bunk Bed basket to double the capacity of your Big Easy.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Spicy Tasso and Corn Casserole

Fresh corn season continues to wind down here in Indiana. Time for my end-of-summer push to devour as much sweet corn as I can! And what better way to make corn than to add in some spicy Tasso ham and make a spicy Tasso and corn casserole! I so love Tasso ham. So tender, to tasty, and definitely so spicy. I made my own Tasso on my smoker, and it came out fantastic. It was so easy to make!

This creamy corn casserole is sweet and also spicy. I found the original recipe in Louisiana Cookin’, one of my favorite Louisiana-themed magazines. Not only is each issue full of great Creole and Cajun dishes, there are also articles about the food and happenings in the area.

Spicy Tasso and Corn Casserole

The original recipe for spicy tasso and corn casserole called for topping the casserole with crushed potato chips. I decided to skip that and just enjoy the great vegetables and spice in this dish. True, adding chips would definitely add a nice crunch. I bet crushed tortilla chips would be outstanding, so feel free to add them if you like! Either way it bakes up delicious!

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Spicy Tasso and Corn Casserole

This creamy corn casserole is sweet and also spicy.
Course Side
Cuisine Cajun
Keyword casserole, corn, spicy, tasso
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 193kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Louisiana Cookin’

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Spray a 9″ x 9″ baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the corn, pepper, green onion, and tasso and cook 5-8 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  • Add the cream cheese and stir until it melts.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the Cajun seasoning, sour cream, parsley, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  • Spoon into the baking dish and bake 20 minutes.
  • Note: The original recipe called for sprinkling the casserole with crumbled potato chips (2 cups) before baking. I omitted that ingredient to keep the casserole a little lower in carbohydrates. Feel free to add the chips, or Panko breadcrumbs if you like.

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1240IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Coyote Sweet Corn

Ahhhhh, fresh corn-on-the-cob. I love it. The season is winding down here, so I grabbed a few more ears and made this wonderful Coyote sweet corn dish. The corn is the star of the show, but there are a lot of other great flavors to be found too!

Coyote Sweet Corn

I was amazed on how much of a difference sun-dried tomatoes can make to this coyote sweet corn, and just as amazed about the bread and butter pickles. After all, I’d never thought of adding either to something like this, and boy, was I surprised. It’s a combination of richness and a little spiciness, just like I love. And in my opinion, this is one mighty fine looking side dish to boot! You know, you eat with your eyes first!

This is really a fantastic side dish. It looks great, smells great, and tastes beyond great. This fall and winter, when fresh corn is nowhere to be found, I’ll make it using canned  corn kernels. It won’t be quite the same but it’ll remind me of summer and that great fresh corn flavor. Sadly, I’ll miss out on the joy from peeling ear after ear of freshly-picked sweet corn!

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Also try my candied sweet corn, slow cooked jalapeno corn, and my super yummy cedar planked sweet corn.

Coyote Sweet Corn
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Coyote Sweet Corn

Ahhhhh, fresh corn-on-the-cob. I love it. The season is winding down here, so I grabbed a few more ears and made this wonderful Coyote sweet corn dish. The corn is the star of the show, but there are a lot of other great flavors to be found too!
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, sweet
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 63kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Highlands Ranch Foodie

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the corn and the sun-dried tomatoes and saute for 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Add the basil, onions, jalapeno and pickles.
  • Stir and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve garnished with chopped cilantro.
  • Note: For extra sun-dried tomato flavor, substitute a tablespoon of the oil the tomatoes are in for the butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Georgia Caviar

A salad doesn’t have to be complicated to be great. A few fresh ingredients, a few canned, with a great dressing, and you have a big batch of colorful salad that is sure to impress at your next family gathering. This Georgia caviar (sounds fancier than ‘some beans with pepper and onion and black-eyed-peas salad’) has a great crispy fresh crunch, sweetness from corn, and that great black-eyed pea flavor. The dressing has a bit of a hint of vinegar, with sweetness to offset it.

Georgia Caviar

I grew up on black-eyed peas and I still love them. My dad is (apparently) required to have them at every meal. He grew up on them too. I can’t say any more about this Georgia caviar. I just keep looking at the picture and thinking, ‘dang, that was a great salad’. It really was. So refreshing.

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Also try my Cowboy caviar, Buffalo Cowboy caviar and summer corn salad recipes.

This recipe was inspired by a recipe from Kimberly Schlapman.

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Georgia Caviar

This Georgia caviar (sounds fancier than ‘some beans with pepper and onion and black-eyed-peas salad’) has a great crispy fresh crunch, sweetness from corn, and that great black-eyed pea flavor.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword pickled, salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 154kcal
Author From Kimberly Schlapman

Ingredients

For the dressing

For the salad

Instructions

For the dressing

  • Place sugar and vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the oil.

For the salad

  • Combine all ingredients except the salt and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with the dressing and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 461IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Candied Sweet Corn

The best months of the year are when sweet corn is in season. We have lots of great corn here in the mid-west, and there are lots of ways to prepare it. This candied sweet corn is definitely sweet, but it also has a bit of spice to it thanks to some Cajun seasoning. The sweet and heat really compliment each other perfectly. This corn dish disappears quickly.

Candied Sweet Corn

You can also use canned or frozen corn, so you can make this candied sweet corn year ’round. Sure it’s best when made with fresh corn, but we all know that can’t always happen! Best thing about fresh besides the great flavor of course, is that you get to spend quality time peeling or cutting the kernels off.

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Also try my southern creamed corn.

Inspired by a recipe from The Neelys.

Candied Sweet Corn
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Candied Sweet Corn

his candied sweet corn is definitely sweet, but it also has a bit of spice to it thanks to some Cajun seasoning. The sweet and heat really compliment each other perfectly. This corn dish disappears quickly.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, sweet
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 58kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Neelys

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cut the corn off of the cob.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onion and cook until tender.
  • Add the corn and cook until tender.
  • In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey and Cajun seasoning.
  • Stir in the corn mixture and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly.

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 338IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fire-Eater Mexican Corn

This is my take on grilled Mexican corn. Normally, you season the corn-on-the-cob with cayenne pepper, but I prefer something with a little more flavor (but still have some heat). Steven Raichlen’s rub is the perfect mix for this Fire-Eater Mexican corn (and wings, and steak, and just about everything you make!). The rub adds just the right amount of spiciness.

Fire-Eater Mexican Corn

This Fire-Eater Mexican corn could easily wind up being my favorite way to cook fresh corn-on-the-cob. Creamy butter and cheese with a nice spicy kick. Very, very good and so easy! If you don’t have Cotija cheese, substitute queso blanco or crumbled feta.

Get yourself a good set of grill tools for this corn and anything else you grill. You won’t regret the extra few bucks they cost over the cheap ones that you’re going to have to replace in a few years. I have had several sets of Weber grill tools for decades and have yet to replace a single one.

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Fire-Eater Mexican Corn
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Fire-Eater Mexican Corn

This Fire-Eater Mexican corn could easily wind up being my favorite way to cook fresh corn-on-the-cob. Creamy butter and cheese with a nice spicy kick. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, Mexican, spicy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 814kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 4 ears corn on the cob whole or halved
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • Fire-Eater rub

Instructions

  • Tear off a few pieces of foil (more or less, depending on how much corn you’re cooking).
  • Place the corn on the foil. Add a small pat of butter over each.
  • Drizzle with freshly squeezed lime juice and top with crumbled cheese.
  • Sprinkle with desired amount of rub.
  • Seal foil into packets and place on grill over medium-high heat for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 814kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 479mg | Potassium: 1026mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 2238IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Choclo Maque Choux

I decided to try my hand at food fusion, combining ideas from two different cuisines: Peruvian and Creole. I was more than pleased with the result. I started with a traditional Creole maque choux, but instead of sweet corn I used Peruvian choclo. The end result? Choclo maque choux!

Choclo Maque Choux

Choclo is not like the sweet corn we are used to in the US. The kernels are huge. Like finger-nail big. They are very also starchy, and have a thicker pericarp, or outer layer (I looked that up). And last, they aren’t sweet.

The sauce in maque choux is so delicious. It almost looks like mac-and-cheese, but there’s definitely not any cheese in this wonderful dish. It’s creamy and sweet, but not too sweet thanks to some hot sauce. And there’s a nice crunchy ‘pop’ as you bite into the huge choclo kernels.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this choclo dish and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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I cannot wait to make this again. It was fantastic. Also try my more authentic dish, choclo cumino.

Choclo Maque Choux
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Choclo Maque Choux

I decided to try my hand at food fusion, combining ideas from two different cuisines: Peruvian and Creole. I was more than pleased with the result. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, Peruvian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 213kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups choclo you can substitute sweet corn
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce plus more for serving
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 1 egg lightly beaten

Instructions

  • Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and all of the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
  • Add the corn, onion, sugar, and hot sauce.
  • Let the corn cook until it is almost tender and it starts to turn golden brown, forming a light crust in the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the broth, scraping up any bits off the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the remaining butter and all of the cream. Stir.
  • Cook, stirring, for 5 more minutes at a slow simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the egg until it is cooked
  • Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Choclo al Cumino

I am a big fan of choclo. It’s a corn from the Andes of Peru. It’s not like the sweet corn you normally find here in the US. In fact, it’s not sweet at all. The kernels are instead very large and very starchy, almost like hominy. This choclo al cumino really accentuates the unique flavor of the corn, with a hint of lime and cumin. It’s a fantastically fresh and light side dish.

Choclo al Cumino

You can find the choclo to make choclo al cumino in some South American specialty food stores. Usually it’s frozen and off the cob, but you can also find it on the cob. In Peru, it isn’t uncommon to find street vendors selling boiled choclo-on-the-cob, specially when you are in the Andes.

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Another favorite choclo dish of mine (though not authentic Peruvian cuisine) is my choclo maque choux.

Choclo al Cumino
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Choclo al Cumino

I am a big fan of choclo. It’s a corn from the Andes of Peru. It’s not like the sweet corn you normally find here in the US. In fact, it’s not sweet at all. 
Course Side
Cuisine Peruvian
Keyword corn, Peruvian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 391kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Peru Delights

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add just enough water to cover the cobs or the lose kernels.
  • Add the corn and sugar and boil 3-5 minutes or until the kernels are tender. Drain. If using choclo-on-the-cob cut kernels from the cobs.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the corn, half of the cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir and heat through.
  • Squeeze the lime over the corn.
  • Serve sprinkled with the remaining cumin.

Nutrition

Calories: 391kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1162IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Chili Cheese Frito Salad

It might seem a bit unusual to add Fritos to a great corn salad, but trust me, chili cheese-flavored Fritos add a great flavor (and crunch) to this dish. Don’t worry if you only have ‘regular’ Fritos on hand, they work great too… just add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder to add some kick. You’ll be making this chili cheese Frito salad again and again. The crunch from the chips, onion and peppers offset the sweet creaminess of the corn.

Chili Cheese Frito Salad

I used corn from My Dad’s Sweet Corn, located just north of Indianapolis in Tipton, Indiana. They have outstandingly good sweet corn which can be found at most of the farmer’s markets around Indianapolis.

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Also try my jalapeno popper grilled corn salad.

This recipe is based on a recipe from Real Mom Kitchen.

Chili Cheese Frito Salad
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Chili Cheese Frito Salad

It might seem a bit unusual to add Fritos to a great corn salad, but trust me, chili cheese-flavored Fritos add a great flavor (and crunch) to this dish. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword chili, corn chips, salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 300kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Real Mom Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 3 14 ounce corn drained (I used 5 cups of local sweet corn)
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup green bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • ½ cup extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup extra sharp cheddar cheese cubed
  • 1 ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • kosher salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • Chili cheese Fritos

Instructions

  • Combine all but the Fritos and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve, combine a few Fritos with the salad. Garnish with more Fritos.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 328IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Southern Creamed Corn

My wife and I just love sweet corn from My Dad’s Sweet Corn, a farm in nearby Tipton, Indiana. When she asked that I make a traditional Southern creamed corn using some of the corn we had on hand, I didn’t hesitate. This version is exactly what you expect – creamy and sweet. And packed with fantastic fresh corn flavor. Nothing beats it.

Southern Creamed Corn

I prefer to use fresh corn when I make southern creamed corn, but the season is short here in Indiana. And worse, winter is long. It’s not quite the same, but when I can’t get fresh corn I use the corn I’ve put up for winter.

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Also try my deconstructed Mexican street corn and my slow cooker creamed corn.

Southern Creamed Corn
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Southern Creamed Corn

This recipe is exactly what you expect – creamy and sweet. And packed with fantastic fresh corn flavor. Nothing beats it.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, creamy, southern
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 151kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the The Neelys

Ingredients

Instructions

  • If you’re using fresh corn, scrape the kernels from the cobs. Try and save any corn liquid from the cobs too.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour.
  • Stir in salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add the corn, cream and water and stir gently.
  • Heat a large skillet with the bacon grease over medium heat.
  • Once hot add the corn mixture.
  • Turn heat down to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the butter just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 443IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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