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corn with cream cheese & serrano chiles

Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

Creamy and as spicy as you like! Measurements are approximate - more a technique than a recipe. I usually use just one whole serrano chile, depending on how spicy it is. Can also use jalapeno pepper if you can't find a serrano (but serrano tastes better!).

yield 3 -4
prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For corn with cream cheese & serrano chiles

  • 3 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 1
    serrano chile, seeded and minced
  • 2 1/2 c
    frozen sweet corn
  • 1/4 c
    cream cheese, softened
  • 1 Tbsp
    water or milk
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

How To Make corn with cream cheese & serrano chiles

  • 1
    In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add the minced serrano chile and saute for 1 minute.
  • 2
    Add the frozen corn and stir until coated with butter. Add the water or milk. Cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Meanwhile, cube the cream cheese. Add to the saucepan and stir to combine. Continue to cook over low/medium heat until cheese melts. Add a bit more water or milk if it is hard to stir.
  • 4
    Once the cheese has completely melted, add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

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