Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Cheddar Sweet Corn Pie, a delightful combination of sweet corn kernels, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses baked into a savory pie. This Southern-American classic is perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir in corn, cheddar, and Parmesan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pie dish, spread evenly, and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chives if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be served as a side or a light vegetarian main.
- For added flavor, consider stirring in diced jalapeños or green onions.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or enjoyed cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetarian Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
