Creamed Corn

Name: Creamed Corn
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; 6 cups fresh corn kernels (about 8 ears) or 2 lbs frozen corn, thawed; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened; 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish); 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)