Sweet and savory creamed corn gets a creamy kick from Cheddar cheese and jalapeño. We love the added spice sliced jalapeño adds as a garnish, but this is also great without it if you want to tame the heat. Try it alongside grilled steak or chicken or with your Thanksgiving spread.

EatingWell.com, October 2020

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Recipe Summary

active:
20 mins
total:
20 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour; cook, stirring constantly, until light in color and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in milk, Cheddar and cream cheese; cook, stirring often, until melted and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in corn, jalapeño and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is fully coated and the mixture is cohesive, about 5 minutes. Garnish with jalapeño slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

about 1/2 cup
250 calories; fat 15g; cholesterol 40mg; sodium 319mg; carbohydrates 25g; dietary fiber 3g; protein 8g; sugars 6g; niacin equivalents 2mg; saturated fat 9g; vitamin a iu 714IU.
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