Corn and bacon pie is a savory and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This classic comfort food is made with a few simple ingredients, including fresh corn, bacon, and a creamy sauce. The sweet and juicy corn pairs perfectly with the smoky and salty bacon, while the creamy sauce adds a touch of richness and heartiness. This versatile dish can also be customized to suit your own taste preferences – add some diced peppers for a spicy kick, or mix in some shredded cheese for a gooey and indulgent texture. No matter how you choose to make it, corn and bacon pie is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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CORN AND BACON PIE
Provided by Susan Reid
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Brunch Bake Lunch Bacon Cornmeal Corn Swiss Cheese Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For crust:
- Whisk first 3 ingredients in large bowl. Using back of fork, cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add 3 tablespoons ice water. Toss until dough comes together in moist clumps, adding more water by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry. Shape dough into disk. Wrap; chill at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish with nonstick spray. Place large piece of parchment paper on work surface. Place dough in center; cover with second sheet of parchment. Roll out dough to 12-inch round. Peel off top parchment. Using bottom parchment as aid, turn dough over into prepared pie dish. Carefully peel off remaining parchment. Fit crust into dish, sealing any tears. Fold excess dough under and crimp edges, forming highstanding rim. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
- For filling:
- Cook bacon in large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 1 1/2 tablespoons drippings. Add onion and pepper to skillet. Sauté until almost tender, about 8 minutes. Add corn; sauté until very tender, about 3 minutes longer.
- Whisk next 6 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Mix in green onions, then corn mixture. Sprinkle bacon, then cheese over bottom of crust. Pour in egg mixture.
- Bake pie until filling is golden and just set in center, about 55 minutes. Let pie cool at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. Serve slightly warm.
CORN, BACON AND CHEDDAR PIE WITH PICKLED JALAPEñOS
Corn kernels make this quiche-like pie juicy-sweet. Bacon, jalapeño and quick-pickled onions make it deeply savory, and a custard of sour cream, eggs and Cheddar adds a delightfully gooey texture. A touch of cornmeal in the dough makes the crust extra crunchy, and its corn flavor echoes the filling. You can bake this in the height of corn season with fresh kernels, or in the depths of winter with frozen. It will be just as richly satisfying any time of the year.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, pies and tarts, main course
Time 2h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare the crust: In the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment, or in a large bowl, pulse or mix together flour, cornmeal and salt until combined. Add butter, and either pulse or use your finger to smoosh it in until butter is the size of lima beans. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse or mix just until dough comes together. There should still be large flecks of butter left in dough. Shape dough into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before baking. (Dough can be made up to 5 days ahead.)
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to a 9-inch pie plate; trim and crimp edges. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Prick the bottom of the pie with a fork. Line with foil or parchment paper and fill with pie weights, dried beans or rice. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil or paper and pie weights or beans. Bake until pale golden and dry to the touch, about 5 to 7 minutes more. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees.
- While crust is chilling and baking, prepare the filling: Cut red onion in half across the equator (not root to stem), then from the center, cut out two very thin, round slices. Separate onion slices into rings and put them in a bowl with lime juice and a pinch each of salt and sugar. Set aside while you assemble the rest of the tart. Coarsely chop remaining onion and set aside.
- Scatter bacon in a cold 12-inch skillet. Turn heat to medium, and cook until the bacon is golden and the fat has rendered, 10 to 14 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate. Leave fat in the skillet.
- Stir chopped onion into pan with bacon fat and place over medium heat. Sauté until golden-edged and translucent, about 6 minutes. Stir in corn, 1/2 teaspoon salt and chopped pickled jalapeño. Cook until corn is tender, 2 to 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and scoop 1/2 cup corn mixture into a blender. Add cream, sour cream and eggs. Blend until you get a thick purée. Using a spatula, scrape corn purée back in pan with whole corn kernels, and stir in 1/2 cup Cheddar, the parsley and the cooked bacon. Scrape into baked pie shell.
- Top filling mixture with pickled red onion slices and jalapeño slices. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar.
- Bake until puffed, golden and just set, 35 to 45 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
IMPOSSIBLY EASY CALICO CORN AND BACON PIE
Try 3 easy steps to get a savory pie in the oven. Use the do-ahead tip to get dinner on the table even quicker.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the crumbled cooked bacon for garnish. Sprinkle remaining bacon, the onion, bell pepper, corn and pimientos in pie plate.
- In medium bowl, stir remaining ingredients except sour cream until blended. Pour into pie plate.
- Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve garnished with sour cream and reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- To achieve perfect, flaky pie crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. Butter adds flavor, while shortening helps keep the crust light and tender.
- Use a pastry blender to cut the butter and shortening into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Avoid overworking the dough, as this can result in a tough crust.
- When making the filling, use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Sweet corn is essential, but you can also add other vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
- Don't overcook the corn. It should be tender-crisp, not mushy.
- Season the filling generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Don't forget the cheese! Cheddar cheese is a classic choice, but you can also use other types of cheese like mozzarella, Parmesan, or Gruyère.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. This usually takes around 30-40 minutes.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the filling set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Corn and bacon pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its combination of sweet corn, savory bacon, and creamy cheese, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this corn and bacon pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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