smoky bacon creamed corn

Ingredients

• 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red peppers, finely chopped
• 1/2 large jalapeño pepper, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped
• 1 can (12 oz.) peaches & cream kernel corn, drained
• 1/4 cup 35% heavy cream (substitute half-and-half)
• 4 ounces herb & garlic cream cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or more to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
• 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika