Sufferin' Succotash

INGREDIENTS

• 10 ounces package pearl onions
• 10 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) fresh or frozen lima beans, shucked and skinned fava beans, or fresh or frozen edamame (thawed if frozen)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh gound nutmeg (optional) or 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon (optional)
• 1/4 cup milk, preferably whole
• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped (see note above)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream