Corn Bacon Casserole

Dive into comfort food bliss with this irresistibly creamy Corn Bacon Casserole, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors! Loaded with tender sweet corn, crispy bacon, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, this dish is elevated with a luscious homemade roux infused with cream cheese, sour cream, and subtle hints of garlic and onion powder. Topped with a golden, bubbly cheese layer, it’s baked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a hearty main course, this casserole is a surefire hit for holidays or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, and let this indulgent classic bring warmth to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
• 6 slices bacon
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar casserole dish.

Step 2

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble into small pieces. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 3

In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the melted butter and sprinkle in the flour. Whisk continuously over medium heat until the mixture forms a smooth roux, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 5

Turn off the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined. Add 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, crumbled bacon, and the prepared cheese sauce. Mix until the corn is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1282.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2422.4

Total Fat 169.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 494.5mg	0%
Sodium 3678.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 97.4g	0%

Vitamin D 124.2IU	0%
Calcium 1734.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2511.5mg	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: 59.8%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 25.0%