Welcome to the culinary journey of creating baked corn and rice casserole, a delectable dish that combines the comforting flavors of corn and rice with a crispy golden brown topping. This casserole is not just a dish; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and creates a memorable dining moment. Get ready to explore a world of flavors and textures as we embark on a comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect baked corn and rice casserole, guaranteed to become a favorite in your kitchen. Get ready to delight your palate with this classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor.
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CORN AND RICE CASSEROLE
This is adapted from a Southern Living recipe. Makes a nice side dish for a Tex-Mex family dinner. Uses Rotel tomatoes and Mexican Velveeta. You can choose the mild or spicy versions of each to suit your taste.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h25m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare rice according the the package directions; set aside.
- In a big skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Saute bell pepper and onion for 5 minutes or until tender.
- Add in cooked rice, cream-style corn, mexican-style corn, whole kernel corn, Rotel tomatoes with juice, cubed Velveeta, and salt and pepper to taste; stir to combine.
- Spoon mixture into a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish.
- Bake in a 350° oven for 30 minutes or until well heated.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake 5 more minutes or until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.1, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 30, Sodium 958.1, Carbohydrate 53.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 10.4
BAKED CORN AND RICE CASSEROLE
I hope that you will enjoy this festive rice, it is a great alternative to potatoes and plain rice. This tasty dish is very filling.
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Oven
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook the rice in boiling water and simmer for 15 minutes, drain and set aside until needed.
- Saute the onions in butter until soft then add the sweet peppers, mushrooms and drained corn, jalapeno peppers, salt and pepper, cooking on low for 5 minutes.
- Mix the cooked rice, vegetables, grated cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses and sour cream together, blend well.
- Pour into a greased 8 x 14 casserole dish and sprinkle with the parmesan cheese bake for 1 hour.
CHEDDAR RICE CASSEROLE
With its blend of garlic, parsley and cheese, this rice casserole makes a savory side dish. It's one of my favorite ways to serve rice. -Nancy Baylor, Holiday Island, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
BAKED CORN CASSEROLE
A Southwestern twist on the usual corn casserole.
Provided by akhowell
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Corn Casserole Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until translucent.
- In a large bowl combine butter and cream cheese. Stir in whole kernel corn, creamed corn, chile peppers, and onions. Pour into prepared dish.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and stir in half of the fried onions; sprinkle remaining onions on top. Bake 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 665.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
ROASTED CORN AND GARLIC RICE
"I usually roast quite a few ears of corn when they are on sale and freeze what I don't use at that time," writes Marilyn Rodriguez of Fairbanks, Alaska. "This is a wonderful side dish to go with a fish fry, barbecue or almost any summer meal. It's a constant at my house."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Carefully peel back husks from corn to within 1-in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks. Place garlic cloves on a piece of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1/4 teaspoon oil. Fold foil around garlic and seal tightly. Place corn and garlic directly on oven rack. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes. Remove corn; bake garlic 5-10 minutes longer or until softened., Remove garlic from foil and place in a small bowl; cool. Mash with a fork. When corn is cool enough to handle, remove corn from cobs with a sharp knife., In a large saucepan, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Gradually add the broth, bay leaf, salt, pepper and roasted garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-13 minutes or until heated through. Stir in roasted corn; cover and cook 7-10 minutes longer or until rice is tender. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For a creamier casserole, use heavy cream or half-and-half instead of milk.
- Add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the casserole for a cheesy twist.
- If you like a little spice, add a teaspoon of chili powder or cumin to the casserole.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Serve the casserole with a side of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Baked corn and rice casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, can be tailored to your own taste, and is always a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious dish to serve, give baked corn and rice casserole a try.
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