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Crispy Cheesy Crack Corn Casserole Recipe with Bacon and Green Onions Made Easy

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A quick and easy crispy cheesy crack corn casserole with smoky bacon and fresh green onions, perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday sides. This comforting dish features a balance of textures with crispy edges, creamy corn, and melty cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups canned whole kernel corn, drained (or fresh corn off the cob in season)
  • 1 cup creamed corn
  • 1 cup sour cream (Greek yogurt works as a substitute)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish lightly with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Cook the bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cool. Optionally save some bacon grease to toss with green onions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine creamed corn, drained whole kernel corn, sour cream, beaten eggs, and melted butter. Whisk gently until smooth but do not overmix.
  4. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, yellow cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir just until combined.
  5. Add crumbled bacon and sliced green onions. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy, and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute cornmeal with almond flour or gluten-free cornmeal blend. Bacon can be swapped with smoked turkey bacon for a leaner option. Use fresh corn off the cob in season for sweeter flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep texture tender. Drain canned corn well to prevent sogginess. If top browns too fast, tent with foil after 25 minutes. Let casserole rest before serving to set properly.

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