Sweet corn is front and center in this quick and easy recipe.

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When summertime hits, I cannot get enough fresh corn.

Sweet, juicy, with a satisfying crunch, sweet corn simply cant be beat.

Bowls of Fresh Corn Pasta with a Fork

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This creamy pasta keeps fresh sweet corn front and center where it belongs.

Ready in under 30 minutes, its an excellent summertime main course.

The rounded pan will catch most of the kernels.

Bowl of Fresh Corn Pasta with a Fork

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My bundt pan is often out of reach, so I use a lazier method.

Orecchiette and penne are also good choices.

If you have fresh orhomemade pastalike pappardelle, by all means use it.

Bowl of Fresh Corn Pasta with a Fork

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you could even use the creamy corn sauce to top cheese ravioli.

Add the pasta, stir, and cook until al dente according to the package directions.

Reserve a cup of pasta water just before draining.

Bowls of Fresh Corn Pasta with a Fork

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Shuck the corn, discarding the husks and removing as much of the silks as possible.

Set a large, shallow bowl in the sink.

This will remove any creamy juice left behind on the cob which gives the pasta lots of flavor.

Pot of Pasta for Fresh Corn Pasta

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Repeat with the remaining ears of corn.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Once hot, add the shallot and saute until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes.

Fresh Corn Cut off the Cob for Pasta Recipe

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Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add the corn and their juices, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the red pepper flakes.

Add the white wine and simmer until most of it has cooked off, about 2 minutes.

Fresh Corn Cut off Cob for Corn Pasta Recipe

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Add the cream and bring to a low simmer, reducing the heat as needed.

Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.

Add the Parmesan to the sauce a little at a time, stirring each time to ensure it melts.

Garlic Sautéed for Fresh Corn Pasta

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Add the parsley, reserving a small handful for garnish.

Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.

Add the drained pasta and 1/3 cup of reserved pasta water to the sauce.

Corn Added to Pot for Fresh Corn Pasta

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Taste the pasta, adding more salt and red pepper flakes, if needed.

Spoon onto plates or into bowls and top with the remaining parsley.

Cream Added to Corn for Pasta

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Parmesan Added to Pot for Fresh Corn Pasta

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Sauce for Fresh Corn Pasta

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Fresh Corn Pasta on a Spoon and More in a Pot

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Bowl of Fresh Corn Pasta Recipe

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