Description
Comfort meets deliciousness in this Cheesy Corn Delight Casserole, a Southern-inspired dish packed with creamy textures and golden kernels. Melted cheese and sweet corn blend perfectly, promising a hearty side that will make you the star of any potluck or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) frozen corn, thawed
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 cups half-and-half
Cracker Topping:
- 2 cups crushed butter crackers (like Ritz)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings:
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and delicately coat a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeter) baking dish with a thin layer of cooking spray or butter.
- Divide the corn into two portions: for the base mixture and the remaining for the creamy blending process.
- Combine of corn kernels, of cracker crumbs, and of shredded cheese directly in the prepared baking dish, gently mixing the ingredients.
- Transfer the remaining corn, whole eggs, half-and-half cream, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne into a food processor or blender.
- Pulse the mixture until it transforms into a textured, slightly chunky liquid, ensuring some corn kernels remain intact for added complexity.
- Pour the blended corn mixture over the base ingredients in the baking dish, stirring thoroughly to create a uniform consistency.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for edges that set firmly and a center that remains slightly wobbly.
- While the casserole bakes, prepare the crispy topping by mixing the remaining cracker crumbs, shredded cheese, and melted unsalted butter.
- Remove the partially baked casserole from the oven and evenly distribute the prepared topping across the surface.
- Return the dish to the oven and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until a knife inserted into the center emerges clean and the top achieves a golden, crispy appearance.
Notes
- Effortlessly create a creamy, cheesy corn casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
- Blend fresh corn with eggs and half-and-half to achieve a luxurious texture that balances smooth consistency with delightful corn kernel chunks.
- Use crushed crackers as a brilliant base and topping to add irresistible crunch and absorb the rich, creamy corn mixture.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne and smoked paprika, allowing you to dial up or tone down the spice according to your preference.
- Achieve a golden, crispy top by carefully spreading the cheese and cracker topping during the final baking stage, ensuring a picture-perfect finish.
- Prepare ahead of time by assembling the casserole earlier in the day and baking just before serving to maximize convenience and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 385 cal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg