Corn Casserole
Summary
Easy Recipe for Corn Casserole for the Holidays.
Corn Casserole
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 2 Ā½ – 3-quart casserole dish with a light cooking spray or butter.
- Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl (except the shredded cheese). Pour into your prepared casserole dish.
- Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 55 minutes, until almost set in the middle.
- Take out of the oven and top with the shredded cheese. Bake another 10 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Note: This is such a delicious combination of savory and sweet.
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Let us know how it was!What is corn casserole (and how it differs from corn pudding)
Corn casserole is a baked side made from whole-kernel corn, creamed corn, a cornbread mix, and dairy for a creamy, slightly custardy result with cornbread flavor. It sits between a loose corn pudding and a quick cornbread: more structure than a pudding because of the corn-mix binder, but softer and moister than a dry quick-bread.
Why these ingredients matter
The casseroleās ingredients each contribute to texture and flavor:
- Creamed corn (do not drain): supplies much of the moisture and the creamy body; the liquid in creamed corn helps produce a tender, custardy interior.
- Whole-kernel corn (drained): provides bursts of corn texture so the finished dish isnāt uniformly smooth.
- Jiffy corn muffin mix: acts as the binder and brings a familiar cornbread flavor, thickening the mixture so the casserole holds together when sliced.
- Sour cream: adds creaminess and a touch of tang that balances the cornās sweetness and helps keep the interior moist.
- Butter: contributes richness and promotes slight browning on the surface; using melted butter helps distribute fat evenly through the batter for a consistent texture.
- Diced green chiles and optional sugar: the chiles give a mild savory lift; the small amount of sugar, when used, enhances the cornās natural sweetness.
What to Serve with Corn Casserole
Corn casserole is one of those side dishes that goes with just about everything, but I especially love serving it during the holidays!
For Thanksgiving, pair it with my Instant Pot Boneless Turkey Breast with Gravy. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a homemade turkey dinner without roasting an entire bird.
Another delicious addition to your holiday table is my Savory Sweet Potato Casserole. Instead of the traditional marshmallow topping, this version has a crispy combination of walnuts, panko breadcrumbs, and Pecorino Romano cheese.
And for something bright and fruity to balance all those savory flavors, try my Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Pomegranate.
These recipes make it easy to put together a delicious homemade holiday meal!
Watch Dr. J Make Corn Casserole
Watch Dr. J make Corn Casserole and see how it comes together.
This is my favorite holiday side dish! The corn is so sweet and I love how you added the chilis for just a touch of heat. Perfection!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it.