Corn and Grits Casserole

Elevate your next comfort food lineup with this creamy, cheesy Corn and Grits Casserole—a soul-warming Southern classic perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Featuring velvety stone-ground grits simmered to perfection, this dish is enriched with sharp cheddar cheese, sweet corn, and a touch of heavy cream for an irresistibly rich and flavorful experience. The combination of canned sweet corn and creamed corn adds a delightful sweetness and texture, while optional green onions provide a fresh, savory kick. With a golden, paprika-dusted top, this casserole is not only visually stunning but packed with hearty goodness. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or a simple salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Stone-ground grits
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Canned sweet corn (drained)
• 1 cup Canned creamed corn
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish or similar-sized baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt and slowly whisk in the grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer the grits for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and creamy.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the butter and heavy cream until well combined.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Gradually add about 1/4 cup of the hot grits mixture to the eggs while stirring to temper them (this prevents the eggs from scrambling). Then, slowly mix the tempered eggs back into the grits mixture.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, sweet corn, creamed corn, green onions (if using), and black pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle paprika over the top, if desired, for added color and flavor.

Step 9

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2155.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2925.0

Total Fat 178.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 858.1mg	0%
Sodium 3412.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 95.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1785.7mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1299.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 33.1%