Sweetcorn Bake
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy comfort of this Sweetcorn Bake, a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender sweetcorn with a velvety cheddar cheese sauce, seasoned to perfection with a hint of paprika and green onions for added flavor. Topped with a golden, crispy parmesan breadcrumb crust, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and simple ingredients like canned sweetcorn, eggs, and milk, this dish is easy to whip up yet sure to impress. Whether served as a holiday side, a potluck favorite, or a cozy family dinner addition, this Sweetcorn Bake is sure to become a go-to recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups canned sweetcorn
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar-sized ovenproof dish.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring it's smooth and lump-free. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Slowly whisk the cheese sauce into the eggs a little at a time to temper them and avoid curdling.
Add the canned sweetcorn (drained if necessary) and chopped green onions to the bowl, stirring to combine.
Pour the sweetcorn mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the sweetcorn bake.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy, and the bake is set in the center.
Allow the sweetcorn bake to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 794 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 347 mg | 7% | |
*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.
