Description
Southern comfort shines in this Paula Deen corn casserole, blending creamy textures with sweet corn kernels. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (15.25 ounces / 432 grams) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (14.75 ounces / 418 grams) cream-style corn
- 8 ounces (226 grams) corn muffin mix (recommended: Jiffy)
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 to 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Thoroughly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeter) baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently fold together whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, corn muffin mix, full-fat sour cream, and completely melted unsalted butter until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the golden corn mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a silicone spatula to create an attractive, level surface.
- Slide the casserole into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C), positioning the dish in the center rack for consistent heat distribution.
- Bake the casserole for approximately 40-45 minutes, watching for a rich, golden-brown surface that indicates proper caramelization and complete cooking.
- Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and generously sprinkle sharp cheddar cheese across the entire top, ensuring complete coverage.
- Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely and develop a slightly bubbly, enticing texture.
- Extract the corn casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes, which allows the ingredients to settle and makes serving easier and more appealing.
- Serve warm as a delectable side dish, using a large serving spoon to capture the creamy, cheesy goodness.
Notes
- Pull out sour cream 30 minutes before mixing to soften and integrate seamlessly with other ingredients.
- Grate cheese fresh for maximum melting potential and robust flavor complexity.
- Avoid aggressive stirring when combining components to maintain delicate casserole structure.
- Create non-stick guarantee by thoroughly coating baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top during final 5 minutes of baking for crispy golden finish.
- Permit casserole to stabilize after removing from oven, allowing internal temperature to equalize and textures to settle.
- Select sharp cheddar or blend multiple cheese varieties for deeper taste profile.
- Consider adding crumbled bacon or chopped herbs for unexpected flavor enhancement.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F to ensure complete cooking of all ingredients.
- Store leftovers in airtight container, refrigerated, consuming within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 832
- Sugar: 19.8 g
- Sodium: 1549.8 mg
- Fat: 52.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 29.1 g
- Fiber: 7.2 g
- Protein: 17.2 g
- Cholesterol: 121.7 mg