Corn & Bacon Casserole

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A creamy, savory side dish combining sweet corn with crispy bacon and a rich sour cream sauce
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This comforting Corn and Bacon Casserole is a classic comfort food favorite that brings together sweet kernels and salty, smoky bacon in a rich, creamy sauce. The base starts with a simple roux thickened with flour and cooked with garlic and onion, then folded with sour cream for a luxurious texture. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it the perfect addition to holiday feasts, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners. The dish offers a wonderful contrast between the tender corn and the crisp bacon bits scattered on top. Serve it hot from the oven, garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color and freshness. ItâÂÂs a crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or grilled poultry.

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Corn & Bacon Casserole

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 968.2

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This comforting Corn and Bacon Casserole is a classic comfort food favorite that brings together sweet kernels and salty, smoky bacon in a rich, creamy sauce. The base starts with a simple roux thickened with flour and cooked with garlic and onion, then folded with sour cream for a luxurious texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to prepare, making it the perfect addition to holiday feasts, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners. The dish offers a wonderful contrast between the tender corn and the crisp bacon bits scattered on top. Serve it hot from the oven, garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color and freshness. ItâÂÂs a crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or grilled poultry.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp.
  3. Drain bacon on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings in the skillet.
  4. Crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces and set aside.
  5. Add the chopped onion to the reserved drippings and sauté until tender and translucent.
  6. Stir in the flour, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cook and stir constantly for about 1 minute to form a thick paste (roux).
  8. Remove skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth.
  9. Fold in the corn kernels and half of the crumbled bacon.
  10. Pour the mixture into a 1-quart baking dish.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining bacon evenly over the top.
  12. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  13. Garnish with fresh chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 968.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 74.5g115%
Saturated Fat 28.2g141%
Cholesterol 100.8mg34%
Sodium 5028.9mg210%
Total Carbohydrate 13.8g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 58.1g117%

* 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: corn, bacon, casserole, sour cream, side dish, comfort food, holiday, thanksgiving, christmas, potluck, easy, creamy, smoky, vegetable, oven
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