Preparing a delectable creamy corn custard dish is an art, combining the sweetness of corn with the richness of custard. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will take you on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe that suits your taste buds. From classic family favorites to innovative variations, we'll explore the secrets of creating a smooth, creamy, and flavorful custard that will tantalize your senses. Get ready to embark on a delightful adventure as we uncover the techniques and ingredients that will turn simple corn into a culinary masterpiece.
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CHEF JOHN'S CREAMY CORN CUSTARD
Corn custard is a wonderful side dish for all kinds of meats. Since it is so soft and light, texturally, it makes a great foil for things like barbecue pork, grilled steaks, and fried fish.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Butter six 6-ounce glass or ceramic ramekins. Set ramekins into a 2-inch deep baking dish.
- Place corn into a large saucepan and stir in cream, salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer and remove from heat; stir in milk.
- Transfer corn mixture to a blender and pulse several times to get the mixture moving. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Whisk egg yolks with eggs until smooth in a mixing bowl. Slowly whisk about 1/4 cup hot corn mixture into eggs until the corn mixture is incorporated. Repeat several times more until all the corn mixture is combined with eggs.
- Divide corn mixture equally into the 6 ramekins. Pour hot tap water into the baking dish to come about halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven until custards are just set, 30 to 35 minutes. Let custards cool for about 10 minutes before serving in ramekins or unmolding onto serving plates. To unmold, insert a knife between the custard and the ramekin, go around the edge with knife to loosen, and turn over onto a plate to unmold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 252.7 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 558 mg, Sugar 3 g
CREAMY CORN CUSTARD
I make this custard all summer long! When I serve it to guests, I try to make them guess the secret ingredient. Not many guess corn, so it's a fun surprise. -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place cream, sugar and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugars are dissolved. Cut corn from cobs; add corn to saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Transfer corn mixture to a blender; cover and process until pureed. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl; set aside., In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in milk and strained corn mixture. Pour into eight 4-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Refrigerate, covered, until set, 5 hours or overnight., In a small bowl, combine berries, lemon zest and juice. Sprinkle custards with raw sugar; top with berries and mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh corn. Fresh corn on the cob is best for this recipe, but you can also use frozen corn kernels if necessary. Just be sure to thaw them completely before using.
- Don't overcook the corn. Overcooked corn will lose its sweetness and become tough. Cook it just until it is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Use a good quality custard base. The custard base is what gives this dish its rich and creamy texture. Use a custard base that you like and that is made with fresh ingredients.
- Season the custard to taste. The custard should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Bake the custard in a water bath. This will help to prevent the custard from curdling and will also ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Let the custard cool before serving. The custard needs to cool completely before serving, so that it has time to set. You can chill it in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
Conclusion:
Creamy corn custard is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, main course, or even dessert. It is a great way to use up fresh corn, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With these tips, you can make the perfect creamy corn custard every time.
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