Description
This creamy jalapeno corn is an easy, 15 minute side dish that is perfect for a barbecue or weeknight meal. Spicy and cheesy, this dish is packed with bold flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ medium onion
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 x 12oz canned corn
- 1 jalapeno, diced with seeds removed
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar, shredded
- 1.5 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add the onions and salt and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
- Add the corn, jalapeno, garlic, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper and black pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Next, add the cream cheese and cheddar. Mix everything together and continue to cook the corn until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.
- On low heat, add in the cream, mixing to combine. If needed, add an extra tablespoon of cream to loosen up the jalapeno corn.
- Remove the creamy jalapeno corn from the stove and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness to your liking. For an extra spicy version, add more jalapeno, or leave some of the seeds and membranes in. For a milder version, substitute half of the jalapeno with bell pepper. Additionally, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4.3g
- Sodium: 446mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 17.2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8.7g
- Cholesterol: 51mg