Squaw Corn

Dive into the comforting flavors of Squaw Corn, a classic casserole that brings together vibrant vegetables, creamy corn, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese for a truly irresistible dish. This hearty recipe is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, featuring a rich roux made with diced onions and green bell peppers, blended seamlessly with sweet corn kernels and cream-style corn for a velvety base. A topping of shredded cheddar cheese bakes to golden perfection, creating a bubbly, cheesy finish that will delight your taste buds. Garnished with crumbled bacon for a savory crunch, Squaw Corn is an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for potlucks, holiday spreads, or a cozy family dinner. Ready in under an hour, this comforting casserole serves six and pairs beautifully with your favorite side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal. Keywords: Squaw Corn recipe, corn casserole, cheesy vegetable bake, bacon casserole, comfort food recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 1 medium (diced) green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups (drained) canned sweet corn kernels
• 1 cup canned cream-style corn
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon slices and place them on a paper towel to drain. Once cool, crumble the bacon and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the unsalted butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring a smooth consistency, and cook until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the drained sweet corn kernels, cream-style corn, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir everything together until well combined. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 7

Transfer the corn mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with crumbled bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1329.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1265.2

Total Fat 53.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 131.5mg	0%
Sodium 5048.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 68.3g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 115.0IU	0%
Calcium 380.1mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2468.7mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 51.5%