Corn in cream sauce

4 servings

30 minutes

Corn in cream sauce is a delicate and aromatic dish of European cuisine that captivates with its soft flavor and creamy texture. This recipe has roots in culinary traditions where cream is used to enrich vegetable dishes. Sweet kernels of fresh corn, slowly simmered in cream sauce with onions and a hint of sugar, create a harmonious balance of flavors. The dish is tender, velvety, and warming, perfect as a side for meat or fish or as a light dinner on its own. Its presentation is a cozy reminder of warm summer days when corn takes center stage in seasonal dishes. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 771.9
• Proteins: 22.1g
• Fats: 32.1g
• Carbohydrates: 100g

Ingredients

• Corn cobs: 8 pc
• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Cream 33%: 0.5 glass
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Carefully cut the kernels off the corn cobs with a sharp knife.

   Required ingredients:

   • Corn cobs: 8 pieces

2. In a saucepan, melt the butter, add finely chopped onion, and cook, stirring, until soft for 2-3 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 1 tablespoon
   • Onion: 1 head

3. Then add the grains and 0.75 cup of water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Corn cobs: 8 pieces
   • Cream 33%: 0.5 glass

4. Add cream and sugar and cook uncovered for about 4-6 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 33%: 0.5 glass
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste