Description
A rich and savory side dish featuring sweet corn kernels simmered in a creamy sauce with crispy bacon and spicy jalapeños.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat and fry until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Add the diced jalapeños and minced garlic to the bacon fat. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the corn kernels and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Add the butter to the pan. Once melted, sprinkle the flour over the corn and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Simmer on low for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Fold the crispy bacon back into the corn. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American