Mexican Corn

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, cheesy corn casserole with a hint of spice and chilies
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This Mexican Corn casserole is a comforting side dish that blends sweet shoepeg corn with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. The combination of softened cream cheese, milk, and margarine creates a luscious base, while drained diced green chilies add a subtle, savory kick. It’s a perfect accompaniment to tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats, offering a smooth texture with bursts of corn sweetness. Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or holiday gatherings, this dish brings warm, home-style flavors to the table. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, itâÂÂs a crowd-pleasing recipe thatâÂÂs sure to become a favorite for its satisfying richness and ease of making.

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Mexican Corn

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 477.7

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This Mexican Corn casserole is a comforting side dish that blends sweet shoepeg corn with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. The combination of softened cream cheese, milk, and margarine creates a luscious base, while drained diced green chilies add a subtle, savory kick. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect accompaniment to tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats, offering a smooth texture with bursts of corn sweetness. Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or holiday gatherings, this dish brings warm, home-style flavors to the table. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, itâÂÂs a crowd-pleasing recipe thatâÂÂs sure to become a favorite for its satisfying richness and ease of making.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease a 1.5-quart casserole dish.
  2. Drain the shoepeg corn and diced green chilies well, setting them aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the margarine.
  4. Add the softened cream cheese and milk to the melted margarine, stirring constantly until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the drained corn and green chilies.
  6. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Pour the corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and slightly bubbly at the edges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 477.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.6g63%
Saturated Fat 22.9g115%
Cholesterol 87.2mg30%
Sodium 415.9mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 22.5g8%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 5.4g
Protein 9.6g20%

* 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, mexican, casserole, creamy, cheese, chilies, vegetarian, side dish, shoepeg, baked, comfort food, potluck, family dinner, easy, rich, savory
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