BREAKFAST CORNBREAD CASSEROLE WITH HAM AND KALE

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The combination of ham and kale is traditional for a reason: it's so unbelievably good. But this satisfying casserole is easy to adapt to other greens and meat pairings, depending on what you have on hand: Try cooked sausage with frozen spinach or Andouille with frozen mustard greens.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the baking dish
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 16-ounce bags frozen corn, thawed
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 pound thick-sliced deli ham, diced
5 ounces frozen kale (about 1 3/4 cups)
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded sharp yellow Cheddar
Hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart oval baking dish.
  • For the creamed corn: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the corn and cream, and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces in volume and bubbles rapidly, about 15 minutes. Transfer 2 cups of the corn mixture to a food processor, puree until smooth, then stir it back into the skillet. Fold in the ham and kale. Transfer the creamed corn to the prepared baking dish; set aside. Clean the food processor bowl.
  • For the cornbread topping: Pulse the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a food processor to combine. Add the butter, and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Add the cream and 1/2 cup of the Cheddar, and pulse until the batter just comes together.
  • To assemble: Sprinkle the cornmeal batter over the creamed corn. (Don't worry if the corn isn't completely covered; the batter will puff and spread as it bakes.) Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar. Place the casserole on a baking sheet, and bake until the corn is bubbling and the crust is puffed and golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Serve with hot sauce.

Fatima Bakkali
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This casserole was a big hit with my family! The cornbread was moist and flavorful, and the ham and kale added a nice savory touch. I would definitely make this again.


Noor Jani
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out great! The cornbread was moist and fluffy, and the ham and kale added a nice savory flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Elias Madzina
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This casserole was delicious! The cornbread was moist and flavorful, and the ham and kale added a nice savory touch. I would definitely make this again.


Priscilla Horne
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This casserole was a great way to use up leftover ham. The cornbread was moist and fluffy, and the ham and kale added a nice savory flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Brian l West
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The cornbread was moist and flavorful, and the ham and kale added a nice savory touch. I would definitely make this again.


Ssemwanga Ronnie
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out great! The cornbread was moist and fluffy, and the ham and kale added a nice savory flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Caley Tyson
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this casserole. I'm not usually a fan of cornbread, but this recipe was delicious. The cornbread was moist and fluffy, and the ham and kale added a nice savory flavor. I would definitely make this agai


Liyu Waktole
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This casserole was a big hit with my family! The cornbread was moist and flavorful, and the ham and kale added a nice savory touch. I would definitely make this again.


Shahid Fareed
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy breakfast.


Aroona
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This casserole is delicious! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The cornbread is perfectly cooked and the ham and kale are tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tee Grixby
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I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The ham and kale added a lot of flavor and the cornbread was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Prince Singh
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy breakfast. I love that I can make it ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven in the morning. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham.


moriom kawser
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I made this casserole for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of kale, which gave the casserole a nice pop of color and flavor.


Manuh Spanleez
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The casserole was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I served it with a side of fruit and it was a delicious and satisfying breakfast.


Cuami Promise
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This cornbread casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors of the ham, kale, and cornbread were perfectly balanced, and the texture was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.