Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese
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Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese
Description
This casserole starts on the stovetop, melting cream cheese and butter with milk to create a smooth, rich base. Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen) and shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheeses are incorporated alongside diced Hatch green chiles, which introduce a mild but flavorful heat. Salt and black pepper season the mixture before baking.
Baking at 350°F with a foil cover softens and melds the ingredients, followed by uncovering to brown the cheese topping. The final texture is creamy and thick with a cheesy crust. Topping with fresh chives adds brightness and a slight herbal note.
Being a comforting dish, it fits well as a hearty side for various meals, bringing warmth and a gentle kick from the chiles. It's versatile enough to allow additions for texture or spice according to taste preferences.
Notes mention options for adding bell peppers, onions, bacon, or adjusting spice levels with jalapeños or cayenne. It can also be prepared ahead and reheated carefully, ensuring convenience for meal planning.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons milk substitute almond milk to make it vegan
- 3 cups corn frozen or canned
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese divided and shredded
- 2 ounces Hatch green chiles diced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- chive thinly sliced, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350℉. Grease an 8x8 baking dish with butter.
- In a large saucepan, combine cream cheese, butter, and milk. Stir the mixture over medium heat until it melts and becomes smooth.
- Take the saucepan off the heat, and add corn, cheddar and ½ cup of Parmesan cheese, hatch green chiles, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake it for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Once done, sprinkle fresh chives and serve the dish immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, canned (drained and rinsed), or frozen corn kernels based on availability.
- Try flavored cream cheeses like garlic herb or jalapeño for added depth.
- Add diced bell peppers, onions, or crumbled bacon for extra texture and flavor.
- Adjust spiciness with jalapeños or cayenne pepper to your preference.
- Prepare in advance and refrigerate covered; reheat before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 978mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 356mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1228IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 444mg | 44% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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