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Extremely cheesy corn casserole recipe.
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Extremely Cheesy Corn Casserole

The Extremely Cheesy Corn Casserole is a quick and easy side dish that combines sweet corn with an abundance of rich, melted cheeses. It's creamy, cheesy, and baked to a golden, crisp top. This dish is a crowd-pleaser and serves perfectly for family gatherings or holiday feasts.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Casserole, Corn, Corn Casserole, Corn Casserole Recipe, Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Corn, Cream Cheese Corn Casserole, Extremely Cheesy Corn Casserole
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium green chili pepper chopped, seeded if desired
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 cans 15-oz. whole-kernel corn drained
  • 2 cups 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup thyme, sage or parsley finely chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped green chili pepper, and garlic, and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant. Add whole-kernel corn, cream cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Constantly stir until the cheese melts. Add salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  • Pour corn mixture into a butter-greased 9x13" ( 23 x 33 cm) baking dish, and evenly smooth out the surface with a spatula. Top with bread crumbs, the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese, and freshly chopped herbs.
  • Bake the corn casserole for 25 to 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and crisp on top. Serve immediately, and garnished with more freshly chopped herbs or green onion.

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Notes

Recipe Source: Bon Appetit
Tips:
  1. Whether you use fresh, frozen, or canned corn, the result is a harmonious blend of corn's natural sweetness and the luxurious embrace of cheese. If using fresh corn, cut approximately 6 cups of corn from the cob.
  2. For cheese options, you may choose any cheese that melts well after a short baking period. For example, parmesan cheese, Monterey jack, pepper jack, or even a mix and match of various cheeses to create a rich and unique flavor for the dish. 
  3. You may always adjust the heat of this dish by adding more or less green chili peppers. 

Nutrition

Serving: 8people | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.1g | Protein: 7.9g | Fat: 17.6g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 2.2g | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1mg