Description
Scalloped Corn is a comforting baked casserole featuring a creamy blend of creamed and whole kernel corn, coated with a buttery, crispy saltine cracker topping and melted cheddar cheese. This classic side dish is perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals, delivering a savory-sweet combination with a delightful crunchy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 30 ounces Canned Cream-style corn
- 15 ounces Canned Whole Kernel Corn
- 1.5 cups Crushed saltine crackers (divided)
- 8 ounces Shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Butter (melted, divided)
- 3 large Eggs
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and grease an 11×7 inch casserole dish to ensure the corn mixture doesn’t stick during baking.
- Drain Whole Corn: Drain the liquid from the canned whole kernel corn to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- Mix Corn Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the creamed corn, drained whole kernel corn, ¾ cup of crushed saltine crackers, shredded cheddar cheese, ¼ cup melted butter, eggs, salt, onion powder, and ground black pepper. Stir everything until the mixture is fully blended.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate small bowl, toss together the remaining ¾ cup crushed saltine crackers, ¼ cup melted butter, and paprika to create a seasoned, buttery crumb topping.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Evenly spread the buttery saltine cracker topping over the surface.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes. Bake until the topping is golden brown and the casserole has set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 15 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the casserole firm up for neat slices.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh corn if preferred; reduce or omit additional liquid to avoid sogginess.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the mix.
- If you prefer a less crunchy topping, use fewer crackers or reduce butter in the topping.
- Ensure the casserole has a slight jiggle when done to avoid overcooking.
