Cheesy Corn with a Crunch
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for *Cheesy Corn with a Crunch*! Sweet corn kernels are enveloped in a luxuriously creamy cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and parmesan, infused with a hint of garlic for added flavor. Topped with a golden layer of crispy, olive oil-tossed panko breadcrumbs, this baked delight offers the perfect balance of comfort and texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can even stand alone as a decadent snack. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color, this dish is guaranteed to become a go-to favorite for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or potluck parties. Keywords: cheesy corn, baked corn casserole, crunchy topping, easy side dish, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Remove the sauce from heat.
Add the corn kernels to the cheese sauce and stir to coat evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheesy corn.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your Cheesy Corn with a Crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 107.4 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 3074 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.0 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.0 g | ||
| Protein | 83.0 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1746 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
