1 medium pkg. frozen whole kernel corn (do not thaw)
1 small (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cut into small chunks
1/2 stick butter
1 tbsp. sugar
1 can chopped green chilies (optional)

Place all ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Cook slowly over LOW heat on burner, stirring frequently, until cheese melts and all is hot. Do not add any liquid. It makes its own. Serve hot.