Famous Corn Casserole

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The Ultimate Comfort Side Dish

Why This Recipe is Legendary

🌽 Creamy, buttery, and slightly sweet – the perfect balance
🧀 Melty cheese with a golden crust
⏱ Ready in 45 minutes – just mix and bake
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family favorite for holidays and weeknights alike

Ingredients

(Serves 8-10)

Main Mix

1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 oz) can cream-style corn
1 (8.5 oz) box Jiffy corn muffin mix
1 cup sour cream
½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Upgrades

½ tsp garlic powder
¼ cup diced jalapeños (for a kick)
½ cup crumbled bacon

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix & Pour

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine both corns, muffin mix, sour cream, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until just blended.
  3. Fold in cheddar cheese (and any optional add-ins).

2. Bake to Perfection

  1. Pour into prepared dish.
  2. Bake 40-45 minutes until golden and set in the center.

3. Serve Warm

Let cool 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Pro Tips

🔥 Extra crispy top – Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end (watch closely!)
🧈 Richer flavor – Use browned butter instead of melted
🌶 Spice it up – Add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Serving Suggestions

🍗 Perfect with roast chicken or ham
🥗 Great alongside collard greens
🎄 A must-have for Thanksgiving and Christmas

“The dish everyone begs for seconds of!” 🥄💛

Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated. Reheats well in the oven or microwave.

Susan’s Secret Tip:

“Let it rest 10 minutes after baking—it firms up perfectly!” 😉

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