When fresh corn is at its sweetest, this slow cooker Amish corn cream noodles recipe turns a handful of simple ingredients into something cozy enough for Sunday dinner but easy enough for a busy weeknight. It has that homespun Midwestern comfort-food feel, with tender egg noodles, sweet corn, butter, and cream coming together in one warm, creamy dish that tastes like late summer in a bowl.
This dish works well as a hearty side with grilled chicken, pork chops, meatloaf, or smoked sausage, and it is also filling enough to serve as a simple meatless main with a green salad or sliced tomatoes on the side. For summer meals, I like pairing it with cucumber salad or roasted green beans to balance the richness.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Amish Corn Cream Noodles
Servings: 6
Ingredients
4 ears fresh sweet corn, kernels cut off (about 3 cups)
12 ounces frozen wide egg noodles
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
2 cups heavy cream
Directions
1. Lightly grease the slow cooker crock if desired. Add the fresh corn kernels, frozen egg noodles, butter, cream cheese, and heavy cream to the slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, stirring once or twice if you are home, until the noodles are tender and the dairy has melted into a smooth sauce.
3. Stir well to combine, breaking up any remaining cream cheese pockets, and let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
4. Serve warm straight from the slow cooker, making sure each portion gets plenty of corn and creamy noodles.
Variations & Tips
Add seasoning: Even with just five main ingredients, a little salt and black pepper at the end can really wake up the flavors. Taste before serving and adjust as needed, especially since different butter and cream cheese brands can vary in richness.
Use frozen corn: If fresh August corn is not available, substitute about 3 cups frozen corn. There is no need to thaw it first, which makes this an easy year-round side dish.
Make it richer: For an even more old-fashioned potluck feel, stir in an extra tablespoon or two of butter right before serving. It melts over the top and gives the dish that glossy finish people always go back for.
Watch the timing: Slow cookers can run a little differently, so start checking the noodles on the early side. Once the noodles are tender, serve fairly soon so the sauce stays creamy and the noodles do not absorb too much liquid.