Description
Corn pudding by Michael Symon elevates summer sweet corn into a rich, creamy side dish packed with southern comfort. Midwest hospitality shines through this simple yet luxurious recipe perfect for gathering family around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 (15 oz/425 g) cans creamed corn
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups sour cream
- 8 oz/226 g mascarpone
- 1.5 sticks (12 tbsps/170 g) unsalted butter
- Unsalted butter (for Dutch oven)
- 3 (8 oz/226 g) boxes cornbread mix
- ½ cup sliced scallions (green and white parts)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Grill Preparation: Configure a two-zone heat distribution on the grill, with active medium-high temperature on one section for consistent cooking environment.
- Mixture Creation: Whisk together creamed corn, cornbread mix, eggs, fresh corn kernels, sour cream, and scallions until achieving a smooth, homogeneous texture with no ingredient separation.
- Butter Enhancement: Melt mascarpone and butter in a small saucepan using gentle heat, stirring continuously to create a luxurious emulsion that will elevate the pudding’s richness.
- Seasoning Integration: Fold the warm butter-mascarpone blend into the corn mixture, seasoning comprehensively with kosher salt and black pepper to develop a harmonious flavor profile.
- Baking Preparation: Liberally coat a Dutch oven with butter, ensuring complete coverage, then transfer the corn pudding mixture into the vessel, spreading evenly for consistent cooking.
- Grilling Process: Position the Dutch oven on the grill’s cooler zone, maintaining temperature between 325-375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cover and cook for approximately 60 minutes until the surface caramelizes to a golden brown and the interior sets completely.
- Serving Technique: Remove from heat, allow brief resting period, and serve warm. Alternative indoor method involves baking in a conventional oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for equivalent duration.
Notes
- Prep Grill Zones Carefully: Establish two distinct temperature areas on the grill to ensure even, controlled cooking and prevent burning the delicate corn pudding.
- Blend Ingredients Thoroughly: Mix all components until completely uniform, eliminating any lumps and ensuring a smooth, consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Watch Butter Melting Technique: Gently warm butter and mascarpone at low heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching and maintain a silky, perfect emulsion.
- Monitor Baking Temperature: Maintain a consistent grill temperature between 325-375°F, covering the lid to create an even, controlled baking environment for a perfectly golden corn pudding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg