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Mississippi Corn Pudding

Creamy Mississippi Corn Pudding: A Must-Try Southern Delight

Mississippi Corn Pudding is a comforting Southern dish that combines creamy custard with sweet corn and a crunchy topping, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups fresh corn or canned corn if fresh isn't available
  • 1 cup cornmeal adds structure
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese sharp cheddar is key
  • 1 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine for dairy-free
  • 1 cup heavy cream for rich texture
  • 1 cup milk important for custard-like consistency
  • 1 medium onion optional for milder taste
  • 1 cup celery or bell pepper as an alternative
  • 3 large eggs binds the pudding
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers or buttery saltines

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl: cornmeal, salt, pepper, paprika, onion, celery, fresh corn, and cheddar cheese.
  3. Whisk the wet ingredients in a separate bowl: beat the eggs, add melted butter, sour cream, milk, and heavy cream.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently.
  5. Pour the prepared batter into a greased baking dish.
  6. Top with crumbled Ritz crackers.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  8. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with hot sauce before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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