100 Canned, Frozen and Farm-Fresh Corn Recipes That Are the Cream of the Crop

Even if you don't consider yourself a "veggie person," chances are you like corn. Kids love it. Adults too and the best thing about corn is it's cheap, filling and readily available year-round in several forms. Of course, there's nothing better than farm-fresh sweet corn in the summer though. Grilled corn on the cob slathered with butter and a smidge of salt...you could go through a pile of ears in one sitting and never tire of that treat.

But when fresh corn isn't accessible throughout the fall and winter months, your go-to corn recipes can still be made using canned or frozen corn. Corn is great in soups and salsa, adds crunch and color in pasta and salads and is of course the star in corn chowder and cornbread.

In case you could use a few new corn dishes to rely on once prime corn season hits, we've got you covered with all the inspiration you need.

Related: 20 Best Corn on the Cob Recipes For Summer

When is fresh corn in season?

Fresh, sweet corn is at its peak between the months of May and September and can be seen overflowing in baskets, bushels and crates at farmers' markets around the country. And if you're worried about where the best corn comes from, don't be! Sweet corn grows in all 50 states.

Related: 20 Ways to Transform a Basic Bag of Frozen Corn

Best Corn Recipes

From sweet corn chowder and canned corn fritters, to creamed corn, corn muffins, Instant Pot corn on the cob and chicken corn soup, we've rounded up 100 of our best corn recipes to put to good use this season. Stock up on all the fresh corn while you can, because you won't be able to cook your way through these easy corn sides and summer dishes fast enough.

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Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

<p>Pip and Ebby</p>

Pip and Ebby

With this recipe, you can put six ears right into your pot and simplify meal time so you can enjoy every morsel of summer. It also helps free up the stove so you don’t have to add any more heat to the house.

Get the recipe: Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

Related: 38 Instant Pot Pasta Recipes For Easy Dinners

Grilled Corn with Jalape?o-Brown Sugar Butter

<p>Keller & Keller Photography</p>

Keller & Keller Photography

This easy grilled corn is inspired by the side dish served at Gatlin's BBQ in Houston. You can make the compound butter up to 2 days ahead, and freeze any leftovers. The butter also is delicious on grilled steak or fish.

Get the recipe: Grilled Corn with Jalape?o-Brown Sugar Butter

Guy Fieri's Chipotle Corn Salad with Grilled Bacon

<p>Guy Fieri</p>

Guy Fieri

If there’s a vegetable that loves the grill, it’s corn. Caramelizing the natural sugars, adding a little bit of chipotle heat, then kissing it with a little bacon...the only downside? You won't be able to stop eating!

Get the recipe: Guy Fieri's Chipotle Corn Salad with Grilled Bacon

Pickled Corn Relish

<p>Alison Ashton</p>

Alison Ashton

Serve on hot dogs or pulled pork sandwiches.

Get the recipe: Pickled Corn Relish

Warm Candied Corn Salad

<p>Callie Blount</p>

Callie Blount

"I wanted a corn salad to taste like salted caramel," says Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli of this recipe from her cookbook, The Home Cook. "Just toss and serve—and watch it disappear."

Get the recipe: Warm Candied Corn Salad

Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

<p>Krista Marshall</p>

Krista Marshall

This isn't your mama's creamed corn! This creamed corn recipe has deep, rich flavor and is thick, not watery like the canned version tends to be. Plus, it's prepared in the slow cooker, freeing up valuable stovetop space and time.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn Gratin

<p>Melissa D'Arabian</p>

Melissa D'Arabian

Looking for new recipe ideas that won't break the bank? Here is an affordable favorite for a holiday menu or Thanksgiving table.

Get the recipe: Creamed Corn Gratin

Chicken, Corn and Black-Eyed Pea Nachos

<p>Shea Goldstein</p>

Shea Goldstein

This combination may sound a bit crazy, but it works. There's just something about how the flavors come together that is so addictive.

Get the recipe: Chicken, Corn and Black-Eyed Pea Nachos

Ratatouille with Chicken and Corn

<p>Teresa Blackburn</p>

Teresa Blackburn

The combination of eggplant, zucchini and tomatoes, called ratatouille, is the perfect dish to make when tomatoes and corn are in season. In this version, cooked chicken is added to the vegetables just before they come off the stove, making it a hearty, complete meal.

Get the recipe: Ratatouille with Chicken and Corn

Pasta Salad with Grilled Corn and Broccoli

<p>Lucy Schaeffer</p>

Lucy Schaeffer

This primo pasta is so crunchy and satisfying, no one will miss the meat!

Get the recipe: Pasta Salad with Grilled Corn and Broccoli

Related: 63 Best Broccoli Recipes

Fresh Corn and Tomato Fettuccine

<p>Courtesy of Taste of Home</p>

Courtesy of Taste of Home

This is the perfect pasta dish for summer, loaded with veggies and tangy feta cheese. If you're unable to get fresh corn and tomatoes, you can substitute frozen corn and one can diced tomatoes.

Get the recipe: Fresh Corn and Tomato Fettuccine

Spinach Corn Curry

<p>Shuchi Agrawal</p>

Shuchi Agrawal

This is an easy-to-make, delicious and healthy green curry. Spinach has a high nutritional value and is extremely rich in antioxidants, folic acid, and vitamins and this curry goes very well with plain rice, Indian bread or even tortillas.

Get the recipe: Spinach Corn Curry

Quesadillas with Corn, Shrimp and Goat Cheese

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

These quesadillas are a light summer supper for a hot night.

Get the recipe: Quesadillas with Corn, Shrimp, & Goat Cheese

Cornbread-Topped Beef Chili

<p>Callie Blount</p>

Callie Blount

The slow cooker makes this filling chili mostly hands-off. The cornbread topping makes it irresistible. Using canned soup, frozen corn and taco seasoning keeps prep to a minimum, but delivers hearty Southwest ?avor.

Get the recipe: Cornbread Topped Beef Chili

Sweet Corn Pudding

<p>Canned Manufacturing Institute</p>

Canned Manufacturing Institute

Canned corn is the star of this easy-to-make, delectable dish. Because the corn is picked and packed at the peak of ripeness, the freshness and flavor of the corn are sealed in—and available any time of ear, umm, year!

Get the recipe: Sweet Corn Pudding

Easy Baked Beef Bean and Corn Quesadillas

<p>Beef Checkoff Program</p>

Beef Checkoff Program

A satisfying and hearty meal that's ready in less than 30 minutes.

Get the recipe: Easy Baked Beef Bean and Corn Quesadillas

Corn Fritters with Maple Syrup

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

A bag of frozen corn gets star treatment in these gotta-have-another corn fritters. And whether it's July 16th (AKA National Corn Fritter Day) or not, we have a feeling you're going to want to make a lot more of these once you try one bite.

Get the recipe: Corn Fritters with Maple Syrup

Cherry Tomato, Corn and Lentil Salad

<p>Rachel Rappaport</p>

Rachel Rappaport

Most people wait all year for fresh corn and tomatoes and when you combine the two, you have this quick and easy salad that's the perfect addition to any meal.

Get the recipe: Cherry Tomato, Corn and Lentil Salad

Corn Chowder with Salmon

<p>Jim Franco</p>

Jim Franco

This hearty chowder will feed and warm your whole family in just 25 minutes.

Get the recipe: Corn Chowder with Salmon

Sweet Corn Coleslaw

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

Here are easy mix-ins for updating a picnic staple. This coleslaw has sugar, white wine vinegar and corn to make a sweet side.

Get the recipe: Sweet Corn Coleslaw

Related: Our 30 Most-Saved Cabbage Reicpes

Green Chile Chicken Corn Chowder

<p>Ben Rayl</p>

Ben Rayl

This chowder is super easy to make, requires little supervision and it's SO good. If you don't have chipotle powder, just use cayenne or crushed red pepper.

Get the recipe: Green Chile Chicken Corn Chowder

Kayla Itsines' Pork and Corn Tacos

<p>Kayla Itsines</p>

Kayla Itsines

Global fitness superstar Kayla Itsines is the woman behind Bikini Body Guides and the renowned fitness app Sweat. And her Pork and Corn Tacos are just as filling and delicious as they are beautiful.

Get the recipe: Pork and Corn Tacos

Asparagus, Tomato and Shoepeg Corn Summer Soup

<p>Shea Goldstein</p>

Shea Goldstein

Asparagus, fresh tomatoes, and shoepeg corn all come together to make a delicious springtime soup that’s perfect to throw together for a dinner starter or lunch to take to work.

Get the recipe: Asparagus, Tomato and Shoepeg Corn Summer Soup

Jalape?o Cheddar Corn Muffins with Jalape?o Butter

<p>Dixie Chik Cooks</p>

Dixie Chik Cooks

These corn muffins come with a littte kick.

Get the recipe: Jalape?o Cheddar Muffins

Spicy Corn on the Cob

<p>Nisa Burns</p>

Nisa Burns

Why not add a little heat to your corn on the cob by whipping up this spice rub to spread on your ears of corn prior to grilling?

Get the recipe: Spicy Corn on the Cob

Bacon and Corn Saute

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

This quick bacon and corn sauté is hard to resist and pairs so well with any meat or fish off the grill.

Get the recipe: Bacon and Corn Saute

Bryant Terry’s Smashed Potatoes, Peas and Corn with Chile-Garlic Oil

<p>Sanura Weathers</p>

Sanura Weathers

A national leader for creating southern soul food, Bryant Terry uses farm-fresh ingredients while honoring the cultural heritage of the African diaspora. His recipe for smashed potatoes, peas, and corn with chile-garlic oil is inspired by the flavors of a Kenyan recipe for irio, a seasoned puree of white potatoes, green peas, and corn that's occasionally mixed with greens.

Get the recipe: Smashed Potatoes, Peas and Corn with Chili-Garlic Oil

Cheesy Tomato and Spinach Cornbread Pie

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

This meat-free meal still has plenty of protein to satisfy a hungry family. Good news for leftover lovers: This dish is just as tasty the next day!

Get the recipe: Cheesy Tomato Spinach Cornbread Pie

Chicken Tortilla Soup

<p>Nisa Burns Cochran</p>

Nisa Burns Cochran

This version of the classic tortilla soup recipe is yummy, super easy to make and perfect for nights when dinner really isn't the first thing on your mind. It's a one-pot dish too, so you can't beat that!

Get the recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

Baked Corn Risotto

<p>Jon Ashton</p>

Jon Ashton

Traditionally, making risotto means standing over the stove and stirring the rice. But this baked version yields terrific creamy results with much less effort.

Get the recipe: Baked Corn Risotto

Related: 15 Restaurant-Worthy Risotto Dishes

Chilaquiles with Salsa and Corn

<p>Getty Images</p>

Getty Images

For Sunday brunch, chef Carlotta Flores serves up the classic Mexican comfort food chilaquiles, a hearty casserole of tortilla chips, eggs, cheese, salsa, onions and corn. Meat lovers can add cooked chorizo or bacon.

Get the recipe: Chilaquiles with Salsa and Corn

Casa Vega Sweet Corn Tamales

<p>Christy Vega</p>

Christy Vega

These tamales are surprisingly easy for anyone to make at home. You can find all of the ingredients in most supermarkets (look for corn husks in the Latin foods aisle), and with a little practice, you'll be rolling them like a pro.

Get the recipe: Sweet Corn Tamales

Quick and Healthy Corn Salad with Feta and Herbs

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

This light salad is quick to make, healthy and tastes great with anything you have coming off the grill.

Get the recipe: Corn Salad With Feta And Herbs

Scallops with Creamed Corn

<p>Jon Ashton</p>

Jon Ashton

The naturally sweet flavor of scallops partners beautifully with corn in this fresh recipe. The trick to cooking scallops is not to move them once they hit the pan, except to flip them once—this helps them develop a dark brown crust.

Get the recipe: Scallops with Creamed Corn

Spaghetti with Corn and Bacon

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

If you're not adding corn and bacon to your pasta, chances are you're not doing it right.

Get the recipe: Spaghetti with Corn and Bacon

Broccoli Corn Chowder

<p>Ariane Resnick</p>

Ariane Resnick

Nutritionist Ariane Resnick's Broccoli Corn Chowder recipe offers a quick-and-easy meal that can help prep you for a better night's rest. Corn contains melatonin, which may help improve sleep, while broccoli has tryptophan, an amino acid that, when paired with carbs—like corn—can also send sleep signals to your brain.

Get the recipe: Broccoli Corn Chowder

Black Bean and Corn Succotash

<p>Bobby Flay</p>

Bobby Flay

This dish is done in a snap using convenient household staples, such as frozen corn and canned black beans.

Get the recipe: Black Bean and Corn Succotash

Grilled Chili-Rubbed T-Bone Steaks with Corn on the Cob

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

“There’s something so nice about the smell of a barbecue in the summer," says chef Curtis Stone. And these BBQ steaks are perfection with corn on the cob.

Get the recipe: Grilled Chili-Rubbed T-Bone Steaks With Corn on the Cob

Simple Corn Soup

<p>Jessica Smith</p>

Jessica Smith

For something quick and seasonal, try this easy summer soup. With just six ingredients it comes together in about 30 minutes.

Get the recipe: Simple Corn Soup

Honey-Coriander Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Corn Salsa

<p>Christina Holmes</p>

Christina Holmes

These gorgeous pork chops are typical of the upscale "glamping" trend that brings gourmet fare to the campfire. They're from Feast by Firelight by Emma Frisch, cofounder and culinary director of the plush Firelight Camps in Ithaca, N.Y.

Get the recipe: Honey Coriander Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Corn Salsa

Related: 65 Best Grilled Pork Recipes For Summer

Border Grill's Roasted Corn Esquite and Black Bean Tacos

<p>Border Grill</p>

Border Grill

Chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken have become famous for cooking up sensational Cinco de Mayo fare. The owners of Border Grill (with locations in Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Santa Monica) provided this this special recipe for our readers to enjoy.

Get the recipe: Border Grill's Roasted Corn Esquite and Black Bean Tacos

Super-Simple Creamy Baked Corn

<p>Ben Rayl</p>

Ben Rayl

This baked corn is so easy to make, you'll be amazed at how rich and creamy and flavorful it is. With a five-minute prep time, then under an hour in the oven, it's the perfect side dish for a hearty dinner.

Get the recipe: Super-Simple Creamy Baked Corn

Chili and Corn Burritos

<p>Christina Saschin</p>

Christina Saschin

Here is a simple lunch that takes minutes to make. By using low-sodium chili beans, you still get the same great flavor without adding extra salt to your diet.

Get the recipe: Chili and Corn Burritos

Apple Banana Corn Muffins

<p>Catherine McCord</p>

Catherine McCord

These muffins are simple to make. Really simple. You've probably already got all of the ingredients on hand so you can feel good that you don't have to go spend more money to make your family this scrumptious treat.

Get the recipe: Apple Banana Corn Muffins

Blond Corn Chowder

<p>Dorie Greenspan</p>

Dorie Greenspan

A thick, creamy corn chowder to come home to on a chilly day.

Get the recipe: Blond Corn Chowder

Slow Cooker Corn and Cheese Chowder

<p>Krista Marshall</p>

Krista Marshall

This recipe is terrific because it mostly cooks during the day while you're gone. Add in a few ingredients toward the end of cooking time then sit down, relax and supper is ready.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Corn and Cheese Chowder

Super Succotash

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

This medley of vegetables is a snap and has quite the crunch.

Get the recipe: Super Succotash

Sweet Corn Pudding

<p>Bradley Day</p>

Bradley Day

Chef Bradley Day of New York City's STK Downtown would want to be stranded on a desert island with these three ingredients: a whole suckling pig, fresh corn and Thai chili sauce. We want to be stranded with his sweet corn pudding.

Get the recipe: Sweet Corn Pudding

Street Corn Soup

<p>Chef Andrew Rea</p>

Chef Andrew Rea

Chef Andrew Rea created a twist on street corn by making this incredible Street Corn Soup for his dinner guests using ingredients they chose at the table and judging by the looks of it—it was a total winner.

Get the recipe: Street Corn Soup

Corn Salad

<p>Mark Thomas</p>

Mark Thomas

This gourmet classic is a great addition to any warm-weather feast.

Get the recipe: Corn Salad

Related: 60 Summertime Salad Recipes

Southwestern Corn Salad

<p>Mark Thomas</p>

Mark Thomas

This bright and festive corn salad is the perfect side dish for a summer dinner.

Get the recipe: Southwestern Corn Salad

Pumpkin Corn Soup

<p>Rob Ruscher</p>

Rob Ruscher

This seasonal soup is full of festive fall flavors and works well as a first course or as a quick, warming light supper.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Corn Soup

Fresh Corn Bisque

<p>Chris Scheuer</p>

Chris Scheuer

Have a big stash of corn to use up? Make this silky smooth bisque. Not a ton of ingredients in this and corn is the big star here. A little chicken stock, some shallots, an onion and a potato to add a bit of body and once you try this, you'll be filling up big bags of corn at the market all summer long!

Get the recipe: Fresh Corn Bisque

Cornbread-Chili Casserole

<p>Dorie Greenspan</p>

Dorie Greenspan

Getting this crowd-pleaser to the table takes 60 minutes from start to finish.

Get the recipe: Cornbread-Chili Casserole

Quinoa with Roasted Corn

<p>Aya Brackett</p>

Aya Brackett

This side dish by Mark Bittman can accompany just about anything. And since quinoa is one of the few plant-based sources of complete protein, it also can serve as a vegetarian main dish.

Get the recipe: Quinoa with Roasted Corn

Party Corn Salad

<p>Rosemary Black</p>

Rosemary Black

Exemplifying everything about summer that's delicious, This is a celebratory, colorful dish with an herbaceous finish thanks to fresh basil.

Get the recipe: Party Corn Salad

Slow Cooker Sausage and Corn Chowder

<p>Krista Marshall</p>

Krista Marshall

There's nothing better than a hearty, warming bowl of slow cooker sausage and corn chowder after a crisp autumn day but this recipe is just as good in the summer too!

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Sausage and Corn Chowder

Easy Corn Casserole

Corn Casserole<p>Clare Barboza / Bonnie Matthews</p>
Corn Casserole

Clare Barboza / Bonnie Matthews

Trust us, your family will absolutely love this easy and delicious corn casserole that makes for an incredible side dish. And don't worry, this corn casserole recipe will be done in a jiffy!

Get the recipe: Easy Corn Casserole

Fresh Corn and Tomato Salsa

<p>Courtesy of Andrew Purcell</p>

Courtesy of Andrew Purcell

Not putting corn in your salsa? You won't be able to stop after trying this easy recipe!

Get the recipe: Fresh Corn and Tomato Salsa

Corn and Goat Cheese Omelet

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

This simply omelet is so flavorful with corn, goat cheese and fresh tarragon.

Get the recipe: Corn and Goat Cheese Omelet

Related: 100 Best Egg Recipes

 Summer Corn Risotto

<p>Yvette Van Boven</p>

Yvette Van Boven

When summer corn is in season, this creamy risotto will be on your table on repeat.

Get the recipe: Summer Corn Risotto

Corn and Poblano Tostadas with Guacamole

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

Tostadas are a fun way to mix it up on Taco Tuesday. Topped with guacamole and a drizzle of sour cream, they're a flavorful and satisfying meat-free meal.

Get the recipe: Corn and Poblano Tostadas with Guacamole

Daphne Oz's Corn Pudding

<p>Getty Images</p>

Getty Images

"The perfect Thanksgiving side dish, this sweet and creamy corn pudding is everyone's favorite, and a wonderful vegetarian option, not to mention it's easy as pie," says Daphne.

Get the recipe: Daphne Oz’s Corn Pudding

Edamame, Chickpea and Corn Salad

<p>Teresa Blackburn</p>

Teresa Blackburn

This easy salad relies on flavorful, budget-friendly staples and is a breeze to toss together for hassle-free lunches. With frozen edamame and corn, canned chickpeas and a simple lime juice, olive oil and ground cumin vinaigrette, it's a quick, make-ahead salad you'll want to have again and again.

Get the recipe: Edamame Corn Chickpea Salad

Grilled Corn on the Cob

<p>Peter Frank Edwards</p>

Peter Frank Edwards

Grilling corn in the husk actually steams the corn and gives it a smoky flavor. When you remove the husk, the kernels are tender and sweet. Don't worry if the husks burn, the corn will just taste better.

Get the recipe: Grilled Corn on the Cob

Easy Corn Gazpacho

<p>Devry Drosky</p>

Devry Drosky

Don't throw those husks away when you're shucking corn! Simmer with water to make a corn stock that is pure liquid gold.

Get the recipe: Easy Corn Gazpacho

Pasta with Corn and Snap Peas

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

Fresh corn straight of the cob is excellent in this dish, but frozen or canned corn will also do the trick.

Get the recipe: Pasta with Corn and Snap Peas

Best and Easiest Grilled Corn on the Cob

<p>Jocelyn Delk Adams</p>

Jocelyn Delk Adams

This grilled corn on the cob has great flavor with a bit of Mexican flare. If you don't have a grill, don't worry! You can still make this corn by broiling it in the oven.

Get the recipe: Best and Easiest Grilled Corn on the Cob

Veggie Lasagna

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

Meat lovers and vegetarians alike will love this tasty and healthy lasagna.

Get the recipe: Veggie Lasagna

Grilled Corn with Feta

<p>Andrea Behrends and Helene Dujardin</p>

Andrea Behrends and Helene Dujardin

There’s a lot to love about Southern grill master Matt Moore’s cookbook, Serial Griller, starting with spotlight-stealing side dishes like this Grilled Corn With Dill Buttah and Feta, pairing smoky-sweet grilled corn on the cob with dill-flecked compound butter and salty feta.

Get the recipe: Grilled Corn with Feta

Related: 15 Best Grilled Veggie Recipes

Marcus Samuelsson's Salmon Skewer with Grilled Corn

<p>iStock</p>

iStock

Superstar chef Marcus Samuelsson, the youngest chef ever awarded a three-star restaurant review from The New York Times, shares his delicious recipe for salmon skewers and grilled corn.

Get the recipe: Salmon Skewer with Grilled Corn

Roasted Olathe Sweet Corn Salsa

<p>Chrissy Morin</p>

Chrissy Morin

Olathe, Colorado is thought to produce some of America's sweetest corn. Taste it yourself at the annual Olathe Sweet Corn Festival, where for the price of admission, you can eat all the cobs you can get. While the festival does not host a corn cook-off, this recipe is one of the town's favorites.

Get the recipe: Roasted Olathe Sweet Corn Salsa

Warm Corn and Bacon Dip

<p>Krista Marshall</p>

Krista Marshall

If you're hosting a fall party, having friends over to watch the big game or tailgating, this is just the perfect appetizer.

Get the recipe: Warm Bacon Corn Dip

Honey Corn Cakes

<p>National Honey Board</p>

National Honey Board

These delicious cakes are light and flavorful. Serve them at a party or for a quick 'n' easy meal. You can even make them in a skillet on a grill.

Get the recipe: Honey Corn Cakes

Corn-Chive Pancakes

<p>Andrew Purcell</p>

Andrew Purcell

These corn-chive pancakes are fritter-like and filled with delicious flavor thanks to chives and cheese.

Get the recipe: Corn-Chive Pancakes

Linda Evans' Dynasty Corn Pudding

<p>Kat Keutsch</p>

Kat Keutsch

"Food has never let me down," says Evans. "In the early ’80s, we shot a scene for Dynasty where Joan [Collins] and I had to fight in a lily pond. During lunch, I was bundled up and shivering like a drowned rat, so I asked my assistant to get me something to eat. She came back with this warm plate of corn pudding. I was in heaven!"

Get the recipe: Linda Evans’ Dynasty Corn Pudding

Spicy Corn Relish

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

Give your burger a bite with this zippy corn and pepper topping. Stack it with American cheese, fried onions (like French’s) and coleslaw.

Get the recipe: Spicy Corn Relish

Simple Corn Soufflé

<p>Tom Hopkins Photography</p>

Tom Hopkins Photography

“I decided to gather a collection of recipes that I cook at home today,” says Pépin. His influences are illustrated in this French soufflé with a touch of Mexican heat and all-American sweet corn.

Get the recipe: Simple Corn Souffle

Corn Confetti Rice Salad

<p>Andrea's Recipes</p>

Andrea's Recipes

Brown rice is tossed with bell pepper, scallions, beans and corn before being garnished with nuts and cilantro. Young chefs will have fun making vinaigrette by shaking a jar of rice vinegar together with olive oil and spices.

Get the recipe: Corn Confetti Rice Salad

Corn Muffins

<p>Dorie Greenspan</p>

Dorie Greenspan

Pro tip for making these corn muffins: Stir lightly—no elbow grease needed.

Get the recipe: Corn Muffins

Related: 35 Grab-and-Go Muffin Recipes

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Corn

<p>Mark Thomas</p>

Mark Thomas

To prevent the corn husk from burning, be sure to soak each ear of corn for 20 minutes before grilling.

Get the recipe: Cilantro-Lime Grilled Corn

Corn Pancakes

<p>Parade</p>

Parade

Get some veggies for breakfast with these delish corn pancakes.

Get the recipe: Corn Pancakes

Jamie Deen's Cast-Iron Skillet Creamed Corn

<p>John Kernick</p>

John Kernick

This dish is traditionally hearty, usually calling for a cup of heavy cream. But here it is lightened up a bit by using a half cup of cream and a half cup of chicken stock, keeping the smoky, sweet and creamy taste, but cutting out a few of the calories.

Get the recipe: Jamie Deen's Cast-Iron Skillet Creamed Corn

Dean Koontz's Best Baked Corn

<p>Jim Franco</p>

Jim Franco

Baked corn is a holiday staple on many tables, but it is a simpe side dish all year long.

Get the recipe: Dean Koontz’s Best Baked Corn

Tex-Mex Creamy Corn Soup

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

There’s no cream in this creamy, stick-to-your-ribs soup from recipe developer Kristin Stangl of Brooklyn, New York. The rich texture comes from blending broth with frozen corn—no need to thaw. You can also use fresh corn. Your family can make this bowl their own way by piling on their favorite taco toppings.

Get the recipe: Tex-Mex Creamy Corn Soup

Butternut Squash, Corn and Coconut Soup

<p>Allie Albanese</p>

Allie Albanese

Switch up your go-to butternut squash soup recipe with corn and coconut!

Get the recipe: Butternut Squash, Corn & Coconut Soup

Cheeto-lote Corn on the Cob

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

This fiery, lurid-looking riff on Mexican-style street corn on the cob is inspired by a popular snack at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

Get the recipe: Cheeto-lote Corn on the Cob

Bacon and Corn Frittata

<p>Jon Ashton</p>

Jon Ashton

Corn, bacon and cheese make for a winning brunch or supper combo in this frittata.

Get the recipe: Bacon and Corn Frittata

Summer Corn and Tomato Salad

<p>Lynda Balslev</p>

Lynda Balslev

Tomatoes and corn are at their peak, so stand back and watch them shine in this simple—and healthy—recipe.

Get the recipe: Summer Corn and Tomato Salad

Corn Cakes with Blueberry Banana Compote

<p>iStock</p>

iStock

If you can get fresh ears of corn, cut the kernels off them. When you cut, save the "milk" that comes away as the kernels separate from the cob. Add it to the batter for a super savor.

Get the recipe: Corn Cakes with Blueberry Banana Compote

Related: 50 Best Recipes For Summer Blueberry Season

Grilled Corn Panzanella

<p>Bella Sera</p>

Bella Sera

Fresh and summery, this dish makes the best of ripe seasonal tomatoes, sweet basil and fresh corn.

Get the recipe: Grilled Corn Panzanella

Corn Bread

<p>iStock</p>

iStock

Corn bread is the perfect side to a bowlful of warm soup or stew. Try pairing it with this Vegetarian Chili.

Get the recipe: Corn Bread

Smoky Strip Steaks with Mexican-Style Grilled Corn

<p>Beef Checkoff Program</p>

Beef Checkoff Program

A hearty meal coming off the grill.

Get the recipe: Smoky Strip Steaks with Mexican-Style Grilled Corn

Grilled Corn with Smoky Butter and Manchego

<p>Mark Boughton Photography</p>

Mark Boughton Photography

Spanish flavors (roasted red bell pepper, smoked paprika) meet a popular Mexican-style street food (cheese-dusted grilled corn) in this addictive summer side dish.

Get the recipe: Grilled Corn with Smoky Butter and Manchego

Slow Cooker or Stove-Top Creole Okra Corn Soup Recipe

<p>Ann Oliverio</p>

Ann Oliverio

You can get fresh okra and fresh corn at the farmers' market for this recipe, but you can also make it in the dead of winter with frozen corn and okra. You could even take some of the fresh right now and freeze it for a treat later this year.

Get the recipe: Creole Okra Corn Soup

Zesty Corn and Cucumber Salad

<p>McCormick Gourmet</p>

McCormick Gourmet

Flavorful ingredients, such as cilantro, lime juice and cumin, add Southwestern flair to corn salad.

Get the recipe: Zesty Corn and Cucumber Salad

Crispy Ham and Corn Fritters

<p>Teresa Blackburn</p>

Teresa Blackburn

These crispy fritters are one delicious way to use leftover baked ham from Easter. Served with a simple salad, this quick Easter appetizer or main-dish recipe is a tasty twist on the classic ham-and-pineapple flavor combo.

Get the recipe: Ham and Corn Fritters

Simplest Cornbread Ever

<p>iStock</p>

iStock

Homemade cornbread is just as easy as the box mix! Plus this can be used in cornbread stuffing too.

Get the recipe: The Simplest Cornbread Ever

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