Now that sweet corn of good quality is available for much of the year, celebrate with a rich, comforting dish of creamed corn accompanied by dark greens and Jumbo Beer-Battered Onion Rings.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4

• 6 ears sweet corn, shucked
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ¼ cup finely chopped shallots or onions
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Freshly chopped chives (optional)

1. Using a knife, cut the kernels from the cob with a tip-to-stem slicing motion. You should have about 3 cups.

2. Melt the butter in a skillet; add the shallots and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.

3. Add the corn and cream; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chives, if desired.