Baked Creamy Corn Casserole

Corn is such a versatile grain that can be used as a side dish, an ingredient in other dishes, or as a main dish when prepared right.

Corn is something that lends itself well to soups, salads, and even baked creamy corn casserole.

The best baked creamy corn casserole recipe is one that is easy to follow, easy to eat and that is truly going to be delicious and delectable.

Your family will love it!

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Why I love Baked Creamy Corn Casserole?

• Delicious
• Easy and fast
• And something that everyone in the family is going to love

How can I thicken my corn casserole?

If you have a corn casserole that is a bit thin or that seems like it is not setting up properly, you can use a flour slurry to help thicken the casserole, as well as cheese, and even cornstarch slurry as well.

Is corn casserole supposed to be gooey?

You corn casserole is supposed to be slightly firm and it can be gooey as well. If you use cheese, the cheese is going  to make the casserole seem gooey and is going to make it a bit looser.

Why is my corn casserole soupy?

If your corn casserole is soupy you likely have not added enough thickening agent and you have not added enough cheese. You may also be dealing with a casserole that has not been cooked long enough.

How to serve Baked Creamy Corn Casserole?

This is a great recipe that can be used as a side dish and that works well with most meats. You can use it as a dinner side dish, as a holiday dish, and more.

Cooking Tips:

• Make sure you use enough thickener to help thicken the corn and help to set up your casserole.
• Allow it to cool a bit before serving
• Make sure you are cooking your casserole long enough.

Variations:

You can add a ton of great things to your corn casserole to make it a bit different. Adding peppers, chicken and beans can give you a southwestern flavor and can help you make your corn casserole a main dish. You can also add some great spices to change up the flavor of the casserole overall.

Ingredients:

• Milk
• Heavy Cream
• Unsalted Butter
• Sugar
• Flour
• Salt
• Fresh or Frozen Corn Kernels
• Eggs
• Asiago
• Chives (For garnish)

How to make Baked Creamy Corn Casserole:

Step 1. Preheat oven to 400º F / 205º C. Lightly spray with olive oil a 2 quart (8×8 inch) baking dish.

Step 2. In a large saucepan over medium heat add in butter, ¼ cup of milk, cream, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Make sure to stir often to mix all the ingredients.

Step 3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl make a slurry of the flour and remaining 1/4 cup milk by whisking together until well combined.

Step 4. In another small bowl, whisk together the eggs until well beaten.

Step 5. Once the milk mixture comes to a boil, add in the flour slurry and whisk until thickened slightly.

Step 6. Remove from the heat and add in the corn and salt. Mix to combine.

Step 7. Add the beaten eggs slowly while mixing the entire time.

This will avoid eggs to curdle.

Step 8. In the prepared baking dish, pour the mixture.

Then, bake for 25 minutes or until the top is puffy and golden brown.

Step 9. Add the shredded cheese on the top and leave it another 5 minutes for the cheese to melt.

Step 10.  Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving so it can firm up and set.

Step 11. Garnish with chopped chives and enjoy!

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How to store Baked Creamy Corn Casserole?

If you are storing your casserole you want to put it in an air tight container to ensure that it is going to keep. You do need to refrigerate your casserole until you are ready to eat it.

How to reheat Baked Creamy Corn Casserole?

To reheat you want to put your casserole in the oven and reheat it until it is heated through.

How much does Baked Creamy Corn Casserole last on the fridge?

This casserole is going to last for up to three days in the fridge and up to a month in the freezer.

Can I make ahead Baked Creamy Corn Casserole?

You can make this casserole ahead of time and can store it until you are ready to eat.

Related Recipes you Might Enjoy:

Corn Nuggets: This is a great recipe that is easy to eat and that is a super fun finger food. You can make it for a side dish, for a great appetizer and more.

Corn Chowder: This is another fantastic recipe using corn. This is a thick chowder that is great for very cold days and that is something that can take delicious corn and make it a standalone dish.