Dairy-Free Creamed Corn

Step 1

Place the bacon in a large skillet

Step 2

Set the skillet over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon crisps and the fat is rendered, 5 to 7 minutes

Step 3

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving ⅓ cup of the fat in the skillet

Step 4

Using a sharp knife, slice the kernels off the cobs and place in a large bowl

Step 5

Using the dull side of the knife, press any remaining juice out of the cobs and add to the bowl

Step 6

Heat the same skillet over medium heat

Step 7

Add the corn and cook, stirring often, until creamy, about 30 minutes (add water 1 tablespoon at a time to deglaze the pan if it starts to stick)

Step 8

Stir in half of the bacon, half of the green onions

Step 9

Season with salt, and pepper to taste.Top with the remaining bacon and green onions

Step 10

Serve warm.