Description
A comforting and versatile cornbread casserole perfect for family gatherings and holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 can corn (or fresh corn)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, milk, and eggs. Add sautéed vegetables, corn, cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into your baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce. You can also make it ahead of time and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cornbread, casserole, southern recipe, family dish