Grandmas Scalloped Corn
Grandma's Scalloped Corn is a timeless, crowd-pleasing casserole that brings comfort and nostalgia to every table. This classic side dish features a harmonious blend of sweet whole kernel corn, creamy-style corn, and a custard-like base made with milk and eggs. Lightly sweetened with a touch of sugar and topped with buttery crushed crackers, this recipe bakes to golden brown perfection, creating a balance of creamy and crunchy textures in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and baked to perfection in under an hour, it’s a quintessential addition to holiday feasts or cozy family dinners. Garnished with a hint of paprika for a pop of color, Grandma's Scalloped Corn is a versatile and irresistible side dish that pairs effortlessly with any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (canned) whole kernel corn, drained
- 15 oz (canned) cream-style corn
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large (beaten) eggs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup crackers (such as saltines), crushed
- 0.25 tsp paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, milk, beaten eggs, sugar, salt, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
Gently fold in 3/4 cup of the crushed crackers, reserving 1/4 cup for the topping.
Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of crushed crackers over the top of the mixture. If desired, lightly dust the top with paprika for an added touch of color and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is set in the center.
Remove from the oven and allow the dish to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish for holiday meals or any cozy family dinner.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 487 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4470 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.1 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.1 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
