CHEESY MEXICAN CORN BAKE

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To make things more convenient, Steps #1 - #4 can be done a day in advance, and then cover the dish and store in refrigerator until you're ready to bake and serve it (though it might require a few extra minutes of baking time).

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

24 oz frozen corn
1/2 c unsalted butter
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium poblano pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 c low-fat sour cream
3 Tbsp cornmeal
1 tsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 c shredded mexican blend cheest (8 oz)
2.8 oz can french-fried onions

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
  • 2. Steam or cook corn as directed on bag.
  • 3. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in bell pepper, poblano chile, and onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Stir in corn. Remove from heat.
  • 4. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sour cream, cornmeal, sugar and salt with wire whisk until well blended. Stir in corn mixture and cheese. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  • 5. Bake 20 minutes. Sprinkle the top with French-fried onions, and return baking to oven, and bake about 10 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Sakeena Bibi
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This dish is delicious! I love the combination of flavors.


Lilly Peters
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Shereenkhan Mogi
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I love this dish! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Fortune Chibuike
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. It's easy to transport and it always gets eaten up.


Susana Salinas
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover corn.


Nomathemba Tshuma
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This dish is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some black beans and avocado.


Keti Toron
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I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it. It's a great way to share Mexican food with people who might not be familiar with it.


Dray Gerard
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This is the perfect dish to serve at a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Aisha Noor
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I added some cooked chicken to this dish and it was amazing! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Naila Juma
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


jarin tasnin
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I'm not a big fan of corn, but this dish changed my mind. The cheesy sauce and the peppers really make it special.


Lucky Marutla
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Easy and delicious! I made this dish last night and my family loved it. The flavors are amazing and the corn is so creamy.


Nazeer Ahmad Khanzada
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This cheesy Mexican corn bake is a fiesta of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! I especially love the combination of sweet corn, zesty peppers, and melted cheese. It's a perfect dish to serve at a party or potluck.