Cream-Style Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Shuck the corn and remove all the silks.
2. 2
   Wash and drain the corn.
3. 3
   Shave just the tips of the kernels using a very sharp knife or vegetable peeler.
4. 4
   Cut away from you, allowing the tips to fall into a large bowl.
5. 5
   Using the back of the knife, scrape the creamy juice from the kernels into the same bowl.
6. 6
   Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and add the corn.
7. 7
   Cook the creamed corn for 20 minutes, stirring often, until thickened.
8. 8
   Add water if the mixture becomes too thick.
9. 9
   Season with salt to taste.
10. 10
    Be sure you use juicy corn for this; otherwise, you wont get the right creamy texture.
11. 11
    If fresh creamed corn is a favorite, you might want to think about purchasing a corn cutter, which removes the tips and juice with one motion.
12. 12
    You can order one online at www.homesteadharvest.com.