Description
Creamy Cajun Corn on the Cob is a rich and flavorful southern comfort dish featuring tender corn kernels smothered in a cheesy, spicy cream sauce infused with Cajun seasoning. Perfect as a hearty side for barbecues, family dinners, or special occasions, this recipe highlights the sweetness of corn balanced by the zesty kick of Cajun spices and creamy textures for ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
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Corn and Core Ingredients
- 4 ears Corn on the Cob (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (or olive oil/plant-based butter)
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (or Greek yogurt/mascarpone)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or half-and-half/whole milk)
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (or cheddar/pepper jack)
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning (or Creole seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or fresh garlic)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (or fresh onions)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation: Prepare the corn by boiling or grilling until tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. If using fresh corn, allow it to cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cobs.
- Make the Cream Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter thoroughly. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, whisking continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in mozzarella cheese and Cajun seasoning (along with garlic powder and onion powder) until the cheese melts fully and the sauce is well combined.
- Combine and Bake: Place the prepared corn kernels in a baking dish and gently pour the cheese sauce over them. Mix lightly to ensure even coating of each kernel.
- Bake the Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the corn and cheese mixture for 30-40 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Serve and Garnish: Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley and serve the dish warm directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese and half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Switch up the cheese blend to include cheddar or pepper jack for more flavor depth.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning quantity to control spice level to your liking.
- Grilling the corn before cutting adds a smoky dimension to the dish.
- This recipe can be made ahead and reheated gently in the oven.
