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Loaded Cornbread Casserole for Cozy Family Gatherings

This Loaded Cornbread Casserole is a comforting Southern dish featuring cheesy goodness, smoky bacon, and sweet corn, perfect for any family gathering or potluck.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 box Cornbread Mix Feel free to swap with homemade cornbread
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 15 oz Cream-Style Corn Whole corn kernels work great if you prefer texture
  • 4 oz Green Chiles For more heat, consider spicy jalapeños
  • 2 large Eggs Important binder to help set the casserole
Flavor Boost
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Cooked Bacon For a vegetarian version, try using tempeh bacon
  • 1/2 cup Diced Green Onions Substitute with chopped chives for a similar taste
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Choose sharp cheddar for a more robust flavor
Richness & Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Olive oil or coconut oil are great alternatives
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, sour cream, cream-style corn, and drained green chiles.
  3. Add in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, diced green onions, eggs, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
  4. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, and stir gently.
  5. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or skillet and pour the cornbread mixture into it.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top of the mixture.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden-brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For a spicier kick, replace green chiles with diced jalapeños.

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