Creamed Corn Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamed Corn Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams sepia spaghetti (or regular or whole wheat spaghetti); 2 tablespoons salted butter; 2 small spring onion bulbs, cut into thin slivers (or use 1/4 c of slivered red onion); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 pattypan squash, cut into small batons; 1 ear of corn, kernels cut off, cob discarded; 1/2 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped; 1/3 cup basil leaves, cut in chiffonade; 1/3 - 1/2 cups whey (or milk + some pasta cooking water); 1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled; pecorino for grating over

Servings: persons

250 grams sepia spaghetti (or regular or whole wheat spaghetti)
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 small spring onion bulbs, cut into thin slivers (or use 1/4 c of slivered red onion)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pattypan squash, cut into small batons
1 ear of corn, kernels cut off, cob discarded
1/2 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
1/3 cup basil leaves, cut in chiffonade
1/3 - 1/2 cups whey (or milk + some pasta cooking water)
1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled
pecorino for grating over

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["Set a 4-quart pot of well-salted water to boil. When boiling, add your spaghetti, and cook until al dente. Don't discard cooking water.", "In the meantime, in a 10? skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat. When melted, add the onion and salt, stir to combine, cook for a minute, and lower the heat to medium.
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When the onion is soft and translucent, add the squash and corn. Cook a few minutes and add the jalapeno and basil.", "Stir in 1/3 c whey, and lower heat to medium-low. Keep stirring, letting some of the whey evaporate.
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Add in the cooked pasta and a bit more whey. Toss gently to combine and add the queso fresco.", "Turn out into a serving bowl, splashing with more whey or cooking water if it seems dry. Add more basil if you'd like, and grate some pecorino over the top."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 grams sepia spaghetti (or regular or whole wheat spaghetti), 2 tablespoons salted butter, 2 small spring onion bulbs, cut into thin slivers (or use 1/4 c of slivered red onion), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Creamed Corn Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamed Corn Pasta

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