Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce
Every Thanksgiving, my mom serves Green Giant Niblets corn in butter sauce. When I found the store sold out, I made my own version and brought it to dinner—no one noticed! Saved some cash using store brand corn, too. This recipe makes a lot, so consider halving it!
Steps for Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce
Here's a step-by-step instructions for making Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce:
- Add corn to large sauce pan along with all ingredients except water and cornstarch.
- Stir corn mixture over medium heat until butter is melted.
- Combine water and cornstarch and stir until cornstarch is disolved.
- Slowly add water to corn in sauce pan, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to simmer and stir until sauce thickens.
- Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until corn is tender, about 10 minutes.
Why you'll love Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce
- Convenient Ready-to-Eat Option: Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce offers a hassle-free meal solution, perfect for busy individuals or families. The corn is pre-cooked and packaged in a ready-to-heat format, making it an excellent choice for quick side dishes or additions to various recipes without the need for extensive preparation or cooking time.
- Delicious Flavor Profile: The buttery sauce enhances the natural sweetness of the corn, providing a rich and satisfying taste that appeals to a wide range of palates. This combination makes it a delightful accompaniment to a variety of meals, ensuring that even picky eaters will enjoy it as part of their dining experience.
- Nutritional Benefits: Corn is a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Incorporating Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce into your meals can help boost your vegetable intake and contribute to a balanced diet, providing both flavor and nutrition in one convenient package.
Copycat Green Giant Niblets Corn in Butter Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 (16 ounce) bags frozen corn (yellow "or" shoepeg white, any brand)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1⁄2 cup butter, cut up
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cornstarch
Instructions
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Add corn to large sauce pan along with all ingredients except water and cornstarch.
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Stir corn mixture over medium heat until butter is melted.
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Combine water and cornstarch and stir until cornstarch is disolved.
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Slowly add water to corn in sauce pan, stirring constantly.
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Reduce heat to simmer and stir until sauce thickens.
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Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until corn is tender, about 10 minutes.
Notes
- Ensure to use high-quality frozen corn niblets for the best flavor and texture; thaw them before cooking to achieve a more even heating and prevent excess water from diluting the sauce.
- Balance the butter and seasoning; start with a small amount of butter and salt, adjusting to taste as the corn cooks to enhance the natural sweetness without overwhelming it.