Cheese Corn Bake Recipe
Indulge in a savory sensation with our irresistible Cheese Corn Bake recipe. Perfectly combining the sweetness of corn with the creamy decadence of melted cheese, it is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Perfect as a side dish alongside any meal or potluck!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon butter, divided
- 4 teaspoon all purpose flour
- ½ small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 cans corn, drained (or 30 oz frozen)
- salt, pepper to taste
- ⅔ cup Panko (or 16 Ritz crackers, crushed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Prepare a 2 quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large pan, over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add ½ of a small, diced onion, along with 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes.
- Whisk in flour and cook about 1 minute, stirring frequently. Slowly add milk until the mixture because creamy and smooth, over medium or medium-low heat, stirring frequently (about 3 minutes).
- Add 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese. Reduce heat to low, stir until cheese is melted.
- Mix in corn, salt, and pepper, until combined.
- Transfer into the prepared baking dish and top with ½ cup of shredded cheese.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and mix in Panko or crushed Ritz crackers. Spread on top of the cheese.
- Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Allow to rest about 5-10 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!
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