Got a craving? Well, this Scalloped Sweet Corn Casserole can satisfy it! Whether you’re pining for something sweet, a little bit of bread, a nice crispy crunch, or simply something comforting, this bubbling bake can bring it. Perfect for serving with your favorite meat, this cheesy, corn-filled casserole might just become the star of the show. Crave no more with the Scalloped Sweet Corn Casserole! It’s just perfection!
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed, plus 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
- 3 cups fresh or frozen corn
- 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 3/4 teaspoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon plus 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup 2% milk
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 cups white bread, cubed
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup rice cereal, slightly crushed
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
Step 3 –In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and the water until it is smooth.
Step 4 –In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of the cubed butter.
Step 5 –Stir the corn, the evaporated milk, 3/4 teaspoon of the sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt into the melted butter and bring to a boil.
Step 6 –Stir the slurry mixture into the corn mixture and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Step 7 –Cook the corn mixture, stirring constantly, until it has thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 8 –Transfer the saucepan from the heat and let the corn mixture cool slightly.
Step 9 –In a large bowl, add the eggs, the milk, the pepper, the remaining sugar, and the remaining salt and whisk until it is blended.
Step 10 –Add the bread cubes, the onion, and the corn mixture to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
Step 11 –Pour the corn casserole in the prepared baking dish.
Step 12 –In a small bowl, add the rice cereal and the remaining melted butter and toss until it is well-combined.
Step 13 –Sprinkle the rice cereal mixture over the corn casserole and bake until it is golden-brown, about 10-15 minutes.
Step 14 –Transfer the baking dish from the oven and let the corn casserole cool, about 5-10 minutes.
Step 15 –Serve.
