Chile Corn Bake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting, cheesy casserole blending sweet corn with spicy chiles and savory cornmeal
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This hearty Chile Corn Bake is a comforting vegetarian side dish that balances sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. The base is a rich cornmeal batter infused with eggs and milk, providing a tender, cake-like texture. It’s loaded with sweet corn kernels, vibrant diced red peppers, and zesty green chiles for a kick. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, it bakes until golden and firm. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or as a unique accompaniment to grilled meats. Garnish with sour cream and fresh green onions for an extra layer of freshness.

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Chile Corn Bake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 652.5

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This hearty Chile Corn Bake is a comforting vegetarian side dish that balances sweet, salty, and spicy flavors. The base is a rich cornmeal batter infused with eggs and milk, providing a tender, cake-like texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs loaded with sweet corn kernels, vibrant diced red peppers, and zesty green chiles for a kick. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, it bakes until golden and firm. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or as a unique accompaniment to grilled meats. Garnish with sour cream and fresh green onions for an extra layer of freshness.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Thaw the frozen corn and drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and salt until smooth.
  4. Stir in the cornmeal and baking powder, mixing until well blended and no lumps remain.
  5. Fold in the drained corn, diced red peppers, diced green chiles, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is firm to the touch.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
  10. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 652.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.0g27%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 374.2mg125%
Sodium 5398.6mg225%
Total Carbohydrate 102.8g35%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g40%
Sugars 8.3g
Protein 26.2g53%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chile corn bake, corn casserole, vegetarian side, cheesy corn, cornmeal bake, green chiles, red peppers, cheddar cheese, easy dinner side, comfort food, baked corn, potluck recipe
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