HOOSIER CORN CASSEROLE

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This recipe combines the comforting tastes of my home state with my love of using garden-fresh herbs in my cooking. From Thanksgiving turkey to grilled pork chops in summer, any entree is enhanced with this savory side.-Joyce Manier, Beech Grove, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 tablespoons bacon bits
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups frozen corn, thawed
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute the green pepper, onions, chives and rosemary in butter and oil until tender. Add bacon bits; cook 1 minute longer. Set aside., In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sour cream, cream, flour, salt and peppers. Stir in the corn, 1 cup cheese and green pepper mixture until blended. , Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with tomatoes and remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.