Creamed Dried Sweet Corn with Onion and Chives

A rich and creamy side dish made with dried sweet corn, simmered with onions in a luxurious mixture of milk and cream, finished with fresh chives. This comforting classic brings out the natural sweetness of corn while incorporating savory elements.

8 servings
4 hr 38 min

Ingredients

  • 4 cups dried sweet corn
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chives

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Stir corn, milk, and cream in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours or up to overnight.

    240 min

  2. 2.

    Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent and just starting to turn golden, about 6 minutes. Add corn mixture, sugar, and 1 Tbsp. salt. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until creamed corn is thick, about 30 minutes.

    36 min

  3. 3.

    Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with chives.

    2 min