Best 11 Brown Buttered Corn Recipes

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Brown buttered corn is a classic side dish that can elevate any meal. The slightly nutty flavor of browned butter pairs perfectly with the sweetness of corn, resulting in a dish that is both savory and comforting. This versatile dish can be enjoyed on its own, as a side dish to grilled meats or fish, or even as a topping for salads or tacos. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect brown buttered corn.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROWN BUTTER SKILLET CORN



Brown Butter Skillet Corn image

Recipe inspired by Saving Room For Dessert

Provided by Mary Younkin

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
4 ears fresh corn (kernels removed from the cob)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional: tiny basil leaves for garnish *

Steps:

  • In a large thick bottomed (not non-stick) skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Let it cook until it foams and then a few moments past that it will turn a light brown color. Be careful not to let it overcook, as burnt butter, with light brown specks that will turn black, is not at all the same.
  • Add the corn to the skillet and stir to coat all the pieces. Sprinkle with sugar, salt and pepper and stir again. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the corn is hot and still crisp. Enjoy!
  • * I'm not going to lie, I really just couldn't resist adding something green to the picture!

SAUTéED CORN WITH GARLICKY BROWN BUTTER



Sautéed Corn with Garlicky Brown Butter image

For subtle flavor, garlic cloves are briefly sautéed in butter and then removed. The butter continues to cook until it's nutty, browned, and rich-the perfect complement for fresh corn.

Provided by Jessica Bard

Categories     Side dishes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
3 large garlic cloves, smashed
2-1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 4 to 5 medium ears)
Kosher salt
2 Tbs. thinly sliced chives

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the garlic. Cook until the garlic is lightly browned, about 1 minute, and then remove and discard. Continue to cook the butter until frothy with brown flecks, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the corn and 1/2 tsp. salt and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4, Calories 140 kcal, Fat 60 kcal, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 6 g, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 140 mg, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

ROASTED FISH WITH BROWN BUTTER CORN



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Corn cooked in browned butter is the backbone of this summer sauce, which is sweet and a little tart, nutty and very creamy.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     seafood, main course

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 fish fillets such as striped bass, flounder or red snapper, each about 6 to 8 ounces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons butter, softened
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, optional
Brown buttered corn (see recipe)
1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or to taste
Chopped fresh soft herbs (basil, mint, parsley, cilantro)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Season fillets with salt and pepper and place in a baking pan, skin-side down.
  • In a small bowl, mash together the butter, about two-thirds of the garlic, and the lemon zest if using. Smear on top of fish fillets. Roast until cooked through to taste, 7 to 12 minutes depending upon variety of fish and thickness of fillets.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, purée half the brown buttered corn with broth or water, oil, lemon juice and remaining garlic. Stir in remaining corn. Serve sauce over fish, garnished with herbs.

BROWN BUTTER AND HONEY CORNBREAD



Brown Butter and Honey Cornbread image

Provided by Dan Langan

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield one 8-square cornbread (about 12 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
1 cup (140 grams) stone-ground yellow cornmeal
1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
1/3 cup (65 grams) sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup (100 grams) honey
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Place the butter in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until deep golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately pour into a medium heatproof bowl and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, place the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  • When the brown butter is cool, add the sour cream, honey, water, vegetable oil and eggs. Whisk together to combine.
  • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients with a spoon or rubber spatula, then pour in the liquid ingredients. Stir just until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake until the crust is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 28 to 30 minutes.

BUTTER PARMESAN CORN RECIPE BY TASTY



Butter Parmesan Corn Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: corn, butter, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 half ears corn, cleaned, husked
2 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
  • Coat each ear of corn in a thin layer of butter and roll in the parmesan cheese to coat.
  • Place corn in a square baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 6 grams

BROWN BUTTERED CORN



Brown Buttered Corn image

This side dish is easier than corn on the cob. Fresh corn kernels are cooked in butter browned so that it takes on a deep caramelized flavor. Try it with these roasted fish fillets.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ears corn, shucked
4 tablespoons butter
4 sprigs thyme, preferably lemon thyme
Coarse sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh soft herbs (basil, mint, parsley, cilantro), optional

Steps:

  • Break ears of corn in half and stand one half vertically on a cutting board. Using a sawing motion, run a knife between cob and kernels to remove kernels. Using back of knife, scrape denuded cob to release corn's juices. Transfer kernels and juice to a bowl. Repeat with remaining corn.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan; add thyme. Let butter cook until you see golden brown specks in bottom of pan and butter smells nutty, about 5 minutes. Add corn, juices and a large pinch of salt and pepper; stir well and cover pot. Let cook until corn is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove thyme sprigs, add more salt and pepper if desired, and serve hot, alone or as a side dish, garnished with herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 171, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 219 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BROWN BUTTERED CORN RECIPE



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With brown butter, garlic and a little thyme, this Brown Butter Corn is ready in just 15 minutes. It's a tasty way to turn canned corn into a delicious side dish perfect for a weeknight meal! Your whole family will love this Brown Buttered Corn recipe!

Provided by Sharon Garofalow

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 Tablespoons butter (I like Truly Grass Fed brand)
1 clove garlic, minced
30 ounces canned corn, drained and rinsed ((2) 15 ounce cans)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 Tablespoon fresh thyme, leaves stripped from the stems.

Steps:

  • Add butter to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occassionally.
  • You should be able to see the color change as it cooks. It should take about 5 minutes.
  • Brown butter can burn, and it happens quickly, so keep your eyes on it, especially during those last few minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic to the butter and stir until fragrant, about a minute.
  • Add the two cans of corn (drained and rinsed).
  • Add the salt, pepper and stir to combine.
  • Cook for 5 minutes until the corn is heated through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in thyme leaves.
  • Serve the Brown Buttered Corn immediatetly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.75 cup, Calories 174 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 492 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

BETTER THAN GRANNIE'S CREAMED CORN



Better Than Grannie's Creamed Corn image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 onion, diced
1 tablespoon butter
2 pinches kosher salt
8 ears fresh corn
1 sprig fresh rosemary, bruised
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1 cup heavy cream
Fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, sweat the onion in butter and salt until translucent.
  • In a large mixing bowl, place a paper bowl in the middle of the bowl. Resting the cob on the bowl in a vertical position remove only the tops of the kernel with a knife, using long smooth downward strokes and rotating the cob as you go. After the cob has been stripped, use the dull backside of your knife to scrape any remaining pulp and milk off the cob.
  • Add the corn and pulp mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium high until the juice from the corn has tightened. Add the rosemary. Sprinkle the corn with the sugar and turmeric. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle the cornmeal onto the corn, using a whisk to combine well. Add the heavy cream and cook until the corn has softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the rosemary. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

BROWN BUTTER PINEAPPLE CORN MUFFINS



Brown Butter Pineapple Corn Muffins image

When you're talking about cornbread, you're also talking about a big bowl of chili, and nothing balances that big spoon in one hand like a warm corn muffin in the other.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Corn Muffins

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup unsalted butter
¾ cup chopped dried sweetened pineapple
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a muffin pan with paper muffin liners, and lightly spray liners with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from heat and stir in pineapple. Set aside to steep for 20 minutes.
  • Whisk flour, cornmeal, baking soda, and salt until combined. Set aside.
  • Combine buttermilk, eggs, and pineapple mixture in a large bowl. Whisk until smooth, about 1 minute. Add flour mixture to buttermilk mixture; whisk until just combined.
  • Divide batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 52.2 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 185.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

HONEY & BROWN SUGAR CANDIED CORN



Honey & Brown Sugar Candied Corn image

I saw this on the Thanksgiving special of Down Home With The Neelys and finally found the recipe! You can find the original on the Food Network website. But I changed it for convenience reasons. I'm guessing that 6 ears of corn would be about one 14-oz cans or a 16-oz bag of frozen corn (going by the reviews on the Food Network site); I don't have patience or time to husk those! Canola or sunflower oil would probably work fine if you're avoiding solid fats.

Provided by the80srule

Categories     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 3-5 , 3-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces kerneled corn (or one 14-oz can)
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the brown sugar, honey, and cayanne in a small bowl together.
  • Slowly melt the butter in a skillet and add the salt and pepper.
  • Add the corn and cook until immersed in the seasoned butter and tender; this won't take long if using canned corn.
  • Add the brown sugar paste and stir through thoroughly, cooking on medium-high heat until immersed.
  • Turn the heat off and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.2, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 830.4, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 15, Protein 5.1

BROWN BUTTER AND HERB CORN PUDDING RECIPE BY TASTY



Brown Butter And Herb Corn Pudding Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: Kroger® Unsalted Butter, shallot, fresh parsley, fresh sage, fresh thyme leaf, frozen corn kernels, yellow cornmeal, all purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, large eggs, milk, heavy cream, sour cream, Murray's parmigiano reggiano cheese, hot water, fresh parsley

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Dinner

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons Kroger® Unsalted Butter, plus more for greasing
¾ cup shallot, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
3 teaspoons fresh sage, finely chopped
3 teaspoons fresh thyme leaf, finely chopped
1 bag frozen corn kernels
1 cup yellow cornmeal
½ cup all purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 large eggs
1 ½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
¾ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups Murray's parmigiano reggiano cheese, divided
hot water, for baking
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Arrange an oven rack in the center position. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch glass or metal baking dish with Kroger® Unsalted Butter.
  • Melt the Kroger® Unsalted Butter in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Continue cooking for 2-4 minutes more, stirring occasionally, until the butter has turned deep golden brown in color. Turn off the heat and immediately add the shallots, parsley, sage, and thyme to the hot brown butter, stirring as they sizzle for 30 seconds.
  • Add the corn to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the butter mixture. Set aside to cool while you prepare the pudding.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the eggs, milk, heavy cream, and sour cream to a very large bowl and whisk until smooth. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth, then fold in the corn mixture and 1 cup of Murray's parmigiano reggiano until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the pudding into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top, then sprinkle evenly with the remaining ½ cup Murray's parmigiano reggiano.
  • Place the baking dish inside another larger baking dish. Fill the larger baking dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the baking dish with the pudding.
  • Carefully transfer the pudding to the oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and carefully remove the baking dish with the pudding from the water bath. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish the pudding with parsley, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Tips for Making Brown Butter Corn:

  • Use fresh corn. Fresh corn has a sweeter flavor and is more tender than frozen corn.
  • Brown the butter until it is golden brown. This will give the corn a rich, nutty flavor.
  • Add the corn to the browned butter and cook until it is heated through. Do not overcook the corn, or it will become tough.
  • Season the corn with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. Common additions include garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve the corn immediately. Brown butter corn is best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

Brown butter corn is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet, nutty flavor and tender texture, brown butter corn is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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