Cheesy Mexican Corn Bake

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Cheesy Mexican Corn Bake
65 min.
12
321kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game with a delightful twist? Introducing the Cheesy Mexican Corn Bake, a gluten-free masterpiece that will have your taste buds dancing with joy! This dish is not just a side; it's a celebration of flavors that brings the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine right to your table.

Imagine the rich, creamy texture of sour cream combined with the savory goodness of shredded Mexican blend cheese, all enveloped in a warm, golden-baked corn mixture. The addition of fresh poblano chiles and colorful bell peppers adds a delightful crunch and a pop of color, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or even a cozy night in, this Cheesy Mexican Corn Bake serves 12, ensuring there's plenty to go around. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser with ease. Each serving is packed with flavor and comes in at 321 calories, making it a satisfying yet guilt-free indulgence.

Whether you're looking for a standout side dish for your next barbecue or a comforting addition to your holiday feast, this recipe is sure to impress. So grab your apron and get ready to bake up some cheesy goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • tablespoons cornmeal 
  •  eggs beaten
  • 2.8 oz fried onions canned
  • 24 oz corn frozen
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • cup onion chopped
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1.5 cups cream sour
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook corn as directed on bag.
  2. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in poblano chile, bell pepper and onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Stir in corn.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. In large bowl, beat eggs, sour cream, cornmeal, sugar and salt with wire whisk until well blended. Stir in corn mixture and cheese.
  5. Pour into baking dish.
  6. Bake 20 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with French-fried onions.
  8. Bake about 10 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories321kcal
Protein10.34%
Fat62.76%
Carbs26.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.3
Glycemic Load
1.77
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.3508695363998%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.37mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:320.67kcal
16.03%
Fat:23.14g
35.6%
Saturated Fat:9.41g
58.83%
Carbohydrates:22.32g
7.44%
Net Carbohydrates:19.9g
7.24%
Sugar:2.85g
3.16%
Cholesterol:62.2mg
20.73%
Sodium:379.39mg
16.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.58g
17.16%
Vitamin C:26.23mg
31.8%
Vitamin A:1095.86IU
21.92%
Phosphorus:184.62mg
18.46%
Calcium:167.57mg
16.76%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.56%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.95%
Folate:40.12µg
10.03%
Selenium:6.84µg
9.76%
Fiber:2.42g
9.66%
Zinc:1.29mg
8.63%
Potassium:297.4mg
8.5%
Magnesium:33.03mg
8.26%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.7%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.42%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.19%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.13%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.07%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.05%
Iron:0.82mg
4.58%
Copper:0.06mg
3.08%
Vitamin K:2.05µg
1.95%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.61%