Napa Valley Corn
Experience the farm-to-table flavors of Napa Valley with this indulgent Napa Valley Corn recipe, a creamy and decadent twist on classic sweet corn. Freshly shucked corn kernels are sautéed to golden perfection with aromatic shallots, garlic, and a touch of thyme, then simmered in velvety heavy cream for a luxuriously rich texture. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a garnish of fresh parsley, this dish is a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish for summer barbecues or a comforting vegetarian main. Bring a taste of wine-country sophistication to your table with this crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 large shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
1. Shuck the corn and use a sharp knife to slice off the kernels into a large bowl. Set the kernels aside.
Step 2
2. Finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic cloves. Also, finely chop the parsley for garnish.
Step 3
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble. Add the diced shallot and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
4. Stir in the minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Step 5
5. Add the corn kernels to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the butter mixture. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn begins to soften and develop a slight golden color.
Step 6
6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, allowing the cream to reduce slightly and thicken, about 5 minutes.
Step 7
7. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Step 8
8. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the Napa Valley Corn to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 9
9. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light vegetarian main.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (748.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1569.2 |
| Total Fat 127.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 355.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2678.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 82.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.5g | |
| Protein 21.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 292.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1228.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories