CHEESY CORN CASSEROLE - NO CORN MEAL OR MUFFIN MIX

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This baked corn casserole is a popular side dish at Smokestack restaurant in Kansas City. This recipe first appeared in our June/July 2011 BBQ issue.

Provided by kstrating

Categories     Corn

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon, finely chopped
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup flour
3 cups milk
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
2 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon paprika
3 lbs fresh corn kernels (may sub frozen)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°.
  • Heat bacon in a 6-qt. saucepan over medium heat, and cook, stirring, until browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Add butter and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add flour, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in milk, and bring to a boil; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add cream cheese, Velveeta, cheddar, and paprika, and cook until smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in corn; season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer mixture to a greased 9″ × 13″ baking dish and bake until top is golden brown and bubbling, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.1, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 59.5, Sodium 287.6, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 7.9, Protein 12.7

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