Green Corn Pudding

• 8 ears fresh white corn or enough to yield 3½ cups (875 ml) cut corn

Shuck and silk the corn, removing any damaged portions. Wash in cold water and drain. With a sharp knife cut down the center of each row of kernels, holding the knife blade parallel to the cob. Turn the blade horizontally and shave the kernels into a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, beat the 3 eggs, adding the milk and half-and-half slowly. Beat in the salt, pepper, nutmeg, and basil or p