Corn Bacon Casserole
Dive into comfort food bliss with this irresistibly creamy Corn Bacon Casserole, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors! Loaded with tender sweet corn, crispy bacon, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, this dish is elevated with a luscious homemade roux infused with cream cheese, sour cream, and subtle hints of garlic and onion powder. Topped with a golden, bubbly cheese layer, it’s baked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a hearty main course, this casserole is a surefire hit for holidays or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, and let this indulgent classic bring warmth to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar casserole dish.
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble into small pieces. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the melted butter and sprinkle in the flour. Whisk continuously over medium heat until the mixture forms a smooth roux, about 1 minute.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly.
Turn off the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined. Add 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, crumbled bacon, and the prepared cheese sauce. Mix until the corn is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 169.7 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.2 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 494 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 3678 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.3 g | ||
| Protein | 97.4 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1735 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2512 mg | 53% | |
*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.
