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TBSP Susan
Updated Aug 1, 2016
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Adapted from Bobby Flay's delicious dish that features fresh grilled corn, creme fraiche, cojita cheese and cilantro, I created this version with ingredients I had on hand in my kitchen. It's amazing!

Kicky Corn

  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Total 10 min
  • Servings 3
  • Ingredients 7
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Ingredients

  • 1 package (12 oz.) frozen corn
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream (heaping)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (bottled is fine)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (more for garnish, if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt freshly ground and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Cook corn in microwave according to package directions. Set package aside without opening.
  • Step 
    2
    In a small microwave-safe bowl or mug, mix all ingredients except corn. Microwave on high for 30 seconds (until warm and creamy).
  • Step 
    3
    Open frozen corn package carefully and pour corn into a serving bowl. Pour sour-cream mixture over corn and mix to blend thoroughly. Garnish with more grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

160 Calories
4 1/2g Total Fat
5g Protein
23g Total Carbohydrate
4g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
160
Calories from Fat
45
Total Fat
4 1/2g
7%
Saturated Fat
2 1/2g
12%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
10mg
3%
Sodium
150mg
6%
Potassium
320mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate
23g
8%
Dietary Fiber
3g
13%
Sugars
4g
Protein
5g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
20%
20%
Vitamin C
6%
6%
Calcium
10%
10%
Iron
6%
6%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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