Creamed Field Corn

Microwave instructions:

1. Heavily oil or butter a 2-quart baking dish
2. Add the corn, water, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Microwave on high for 20 to 25 minutes in 5-minute increments. Stop after each 5-minute increment to stir the mixture. Add additional water as needed.
4. Cook until the corn is the taste and texture you like. Add the optional milk or cream before the last 5-minute increment if desired.

Oven instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
2. Heavily oil or butter a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a 9x9 baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the corn, water, butter, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into the prepared skillet or baking dish.
4. Place in the oven and bake for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes and adding more water as needed to prevent the corn from becoming too thick.
5. Add the optional milk or cream during the last 15 minutes of cooking if desired.
6. Bake until lightly golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and cool briefly before serving.