Southern -Style Creamed Corn

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen corn kernels, thawed or 8 ears corn, husked
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoon real maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons bacon drippings
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. In a skillet over medium heat, combine the corn, cream, salt, maple syrup, pepper, bacon drippings and butter.

2. Whisk together the milk and flour, and stir into the corn mixture.

3. Cook stirring over medium heat until the mixture is thickened, and corn is cooked through.

4. Remove from heat, and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve hot.