Description
Southern corn pudding from Alton Brown brings creamy comfort to any table. Rich custard blends sweet corn kernels with buttery goodness, creating a mouthwatering side dish that connects generations of home cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
Corn and Bread:
- 1 (15-ounce/425 grams) can cream style sweet corn
- 2 cups cubed French bread
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal, whole grain, stone ground
Dairy and Eggs:
- 1 ounce (28 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan
Seasonings and Herbs:
- ½ onion, diced fine
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then gently sauté chopped onions with fresh thyme and rosemary until they become translucent and slightly golden, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk together eggs until well beaten, then incorporate heavy cream, creating a smooth liquid base.
- Add cornmeal, baking soda, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the egg and cream mixture, stirring until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Gently fold cubed bread into the mixture, ensuring each bread piece is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Spread the prepared corn and bread mixture directly over the caramelized onions in the skillet, creating an even layer.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center feels firm when gently pressed.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 10-15 minutes, allowing it to set and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Gather all ingredients before starting to ensure smooth cooking flow.
- Chop vegetables uniformly for consistent cooking and attractive presentation.
- Use fresh herbs to elevate the overall taste profile of the dish.
- Select high-quality bread crumbs for maximum crispiness and golden color.
- Allow mixture to rest for 10 minutes before baking to help flavors meld together.
- Check internal temperature with meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Customize seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight container for up to three days in refrigerator.
- Experiment with different herb combinations to create unique flavor variations.
- Preheat skillet before adding ingredients to achieve optimal caramelization.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 455 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg