I slash the fat and calories in this traditionally rich dish by swapping nonfat sour cream for the heavy cream. Corn contains health-boosting antioxidants, including high concentrations of lutein and zeaxanthin, which help to protect your eyes from aging.

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Creamed Corn

I slash the fat and calories in this traditionally rich dish by swapping nonfat sour cream for the heavy cream.
Servings: 4 servings
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 16 ounces whole kernel frozen corn, may substitute 3 cups fresh corn kernels cut off the cob
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup nonfat sour cream *

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large sauté pan liberally coated with oil spray over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the frozen corn and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the water, reduce the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, nutmeg, and sour cream, and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve immediately.

Notes

For celiac disease, check the sour cream label to ensure it’s gluten-free.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 136Carbohydrates: 31gProtein: 5gTotal Fat: 1g— Unsaturated Fat: 1g— Saturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 120mgFiber: 3g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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