In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Ugly Corn Dip


February 4, 2025 11:10 AM CDT
By: Laura McKenna
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WARNING: This dip looks disgusting, hence the name. However, it’s so good that you will likely need to double or triple the recipe. Trust me.
I have my cousin to thank for this great tailgate must-have. I first tasted this dip at a party we had at my parent’s house to cheer on the Cleveland Browns. They lost (surprise, surprise- I grew up in Ohio so we’re used to that) but this dip is a winner. It looks pretty ugly when you make it but it tastes so good!
Mix all 4 ingredients in a small crock pot and melt down to a creamy consistency. Serve with tortilla chips.
-1 block of cream cheese (regular, not low fat)
-1/2 stick butter
-1 can of corn, drained
-2 tsp. diced jalapenos
You can add more peppers for intense heat or skip it altogether for zero heat. Two tsp. will give it just enough of a flavor boost without being hot. Even the kids loved it with the 2 tsp. of jalapenos so I would suggest keeping them in for flavor’s sake.
I’ve never met anyone who makes this dip and regrets that decision. The problem always becomes: I didn’t make enough.
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