Cheesy Corn
Sweet corn kernels tossed in a hot skillet with melty cheese and a crack of black pepper. A quick, comforting side or snack that comes together in minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 9g
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Ingredients
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Add 2 cups corn kernels in a single layer and cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until they start to char and pop.
- 3
Stir the corn, then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 0.5 tsp black pepper, and 0.25 tsp salt.
- 4
Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently, until the cheese is melted and coats the corn evenly.
- 5
Serve hot, straight from the skillet.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- spatula
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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