Description
Slow cooker cheddar corn brings creamy, cheesy comfort straight from Southern kitchens to your dinner table. Rich Wisconsin cheddar and sweet kernels combine in a luscious side dish that completes any hearty meal you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tbsp milk
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare a slow cooker by lightly coating the interior with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine fresh or frozen corn kernels directly into the slow cooker, creating an even base layer for the dish.
- Dice the butter into small cubes and distribute evenly over the corn kernels to ensure uniform melting and flavor distribution.
- Pour heavy cream and milk over the corn and butter mixture, creating a rich and creamy foundation for the dish.
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and garlic powder across the surface, gently stirring to incorporate the seasonings thoroughly throughout the corn.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat, allowing the corn to simmer and develop flavors for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- During the final 30 minutes of cooking, gradually fold in shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring it melts smoothly and integrates completely with the corn mixture.
- Once the cheese is fully melted and the corn is tender, give the dish a final gentle stir to distribute the creamy cheese evenly.
- Serve hot, garnishing with additional fresh cracked pepper or chopped herbs if desired, for a rich and comforting side dish.
Notes
- Create a non-stick surface by thoroughly spraying the slow cooker with cooking spray, preventing stubborn corn residue and making cleanup a breeze.
- Select fresh corn kernels for superior flavor, but frozen corn works perfectly as a convenient alternative when fresh isn’t available.
- Dice butter into tiny cubes to promote even melting and ensure consistent flavor distribution throughout the entire dish.
- Control cheese melting by adding shredded cheddar gradually during the last 30 minutes, preventing clumping and achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like sharp white cheddar or pepper jack for a unique flavor twist that elevates the traditional recipe.
- Accommodate dietary restrictions by substituting heavy cream with unsweetened almond milk or coconut cream for a lighter, lactose-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg