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THE RUNAWAY SPOON’S FAVORITE FRESH CORN RECIPES

Fresh, in season summer corn is one of my all time favorite foods. I eat as much as I can during the season, in every way I can think of. Here are some of my favorite corn recipe.

BREAD

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Fresh Corn Buttermilk Biscuits

Classic Southern biscuits shot through with fresh corn.

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Fresh Corn and Zucchini Loaf

A simple loaf of bread studded with fresh corn kernels and summer zucchini.

MAINS

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Fresh Corn Risotto with Roasted Tomato Jam

Creamy risotto full of the flavor of summer with corn and sweet and savory simple tomato topping.

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Creamy Fresh Corn Pasta Sauce

Delightfully summer pasta sauce made with fresh corn.

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Fresh Corn Bisque with Thyme Buttered Popcorn

Creamy fresh corn soup with a delicious and unique thyme buttered popcorn topper.

SIDES

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Caramelized Corn Pudding

Corn pudding, but better. A caramelized brown sugar topping and a hint of sugar in the dish bring out the beautiful sweetness of fresh summer corn.

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Parmigiano and Basil Baked Corn

A slightly Italian and fully fresh take on a summer corn casserole.

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Chimichurri Corn Casserole

Fresh summer corn with a creamy queso fresco sauce brightened with fresh herb chimichurri blend of oregano, parsley and cilantro, with a hint of chili.

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Creamed Corn and Leeks

Bright fresh corn with the subtle allium flavor of leeks and nutty gruyere. 

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Maque Choux (Cajun Stewed Corn and Tomatoes)

A true Louisiana classic with fresh corn, bacon and tomatoes. A perfect summer side dish. 

SALADS

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Curried Corn Salad

A delightfully different and refreshing summer corn salad. Fresh corn with cilantro mint and a delicious curry powder dressing.

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Lady Pea, Corn and Tomato Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Summery little lady peas with fresh of the cob corn and tiny tomatoes in a lovely basil dressing.

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Creamer Pea and Corn Salad with Buttermilk Vinaigrette

Summer fresh creamer field peas and straight-from-the-cob corn tossed with a rich and tangy buttermilk vinaigrette. A perfect Southern summer salad!

SWEETS

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Sweet Corn Cheesecake with a Popcorn Crust

Creamy, rich cheesecake infused with fresh corn and tinged with vanilla bean on a crunchy, chewy popcorn crust. The perfect summer dessert!

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Sweet Corn Pound Cake with Butter Glaze

Rich and decadent pound cake redolent of fresh summer corn with an amazing, crackly butter glaze.

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