I grew up in the town of Newport Beach, California not far from the actor John Wayne. His kids were just ahead of me in high school. I can still remember how tall he was (6’4″) and his deep burly voice. He lived on a small private island, on the waterfront, in a massive house with three giant palm trees. He was always chatty if you saw him out and about. Mostly people left him alone. He was known to frequent Gulliver’s Restaurant, and it wouldn’t surprise me if he had part ownership. They were famous for their creamed corn recipe among other hardy dishes. Years ago my friend who worked there gave it to me. It makes a great side dish for the holidays, rich and a little on the sweet side.
Secret: Back in the day it was made with good old MSG!
Serves 8.
Ingredients
2 packages plain frozen whole corn
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
6 teaspoons granulated sugar
pinch of ground black pepper
2 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients except flour and butter in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Blend butter and flour together with the back of a fork. Then add to corn mixture. Mix well for about 2 minutes and remove from heat and serve.
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Oh to those good times living in this area… 6’4″ – same as Pres. Clinton – tall, striking men! And love that recipe – have it also and that is the one I make – Shay loves it! BUT I add a dash of Nutmeg to mine also… and since I use Trader Joe’s frozen White Sweet Corn (sweet enough) so less sugar, a little more pepper – but oh so yummy uh! I have one client requesting it for her Thanksgiving sides… btw: whatcha doin’ for Turkey Day?
Also LOVE that recipe. I got it from you at least 20 years ago and it always shows up at Christmas dinner at our house with the prime rib. It is so easy to put main ingredients in pan (Erin – I use TJ’s frozen white corn too) and just leave on stove for hours if needed until 10 minutes before eating. Happy Thanksgiving to you both!
Kitty
This is a lovely sidedish! I loved your story about John Wayne.
He was unmistakable and burly but kind. A true american icon.