GOLDEN CORN PUFF

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My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me. It's something different and very simple to make. My husband, Rich, and I especially like it because corn is our favorite vegetable.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
4 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 large eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

In a skillet, saute corn and tomato in 1 tablespoon butter until tomato is heated through; set aside. In a large saucepan, melt the remaining butter; stir in flour, salt, pepper and cayenne until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add cheese and the reserved corn mixture. , In a small bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup hot corn mixture; return all to the pan. Cool to room temperature. , In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Add cream of tartar: beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into corn mixture. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until thermometer reads 160° and top is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 188mg cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.