Step 1

Cut kernels from corn and place in a large bowl. Take the back of a knife and run it down each cob to scrape off the pulp. You should get about 1 1/2 cups of pulp altogether. Place in bowl with kernels.

Step 2

Heat oil in a 12-inch cast skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add sausage and onion, turn heat down to medium, and cook until lightly browned (about 3 minutes).

Step 4

Add garlic and cook 1 additional minute.

Step 5

Add corn and stir in 3/4 cup cream and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 6

Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring frequently for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in remaining cream, black pepper, crushed red pepper, thyme, and remaining salt.

Step 8

Cook a few more mintes and remove from heat.