Instant Pot Creamed Corn Without Cream Cheese
Creamed corn is one of those classic side dishes that has been around for generations, and for good reason - it's delicious! However, if you're looking for a version that's a bit healthier or just want to switch things up, you might want to try making Instant Pot creamed corn without cream cheese. Not only is it a great way to get more vegetables into your diet, but it's also surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients:
Before we get into the recipe, let's take a look at the ingredients you'll need:
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
Make sure you have all of these ingredients on hand before you start cooking.
Instructions:
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let's get started with the recipe:
- Put the corn kernels, milk, heavy cream, butter, sugar, salt, and black pepper into the Instant Pot.
- Stir everything together until the corn is coated.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and make sure the valve is set to 'sealing'.
- Select 'pressure cook' and set the timer for 3 minutes.
- While the corn is cooking, whisk together the flour and water in a small bowl until smooth.
- When the timer goes off, carefully release the pressure using the quick release valve.
- Open the Instant Pot lid and stir in the flour mixture until the corn is thick and creamy.
- Let the creamed corn cool for a few minutes before serving.
That's it! This recipe makes enough creamed corn to serve 4-6 people, depending on how much they want to eat. You can also easily double or triple the recipe if you're feeding a larger group.
Tips:
If you want to make this recipe even healthier, you can use low-fat milk and/or substitute the heavy cream with more milk. You can also add other seasonings or herbs to taste, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or parsley. And if you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this recipe on the stovetop in a large pot - just simmer everything together until the corn is tender and the sauce is thickened.
Conclusion:
Instant Pot creamed corn without cream cheese is a delicious and easy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this recipe is sure to be a hit. And because it's so easy to make, you can whip up a batch in no time at all. So why not give it a try today?