Cheesy Cajun Cornbread Casserole (Printable Version)

Cajun-inspired cornbread casserole with cheddar, sweet corn, and veggies. Hearty comfort for family meals.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup canned sweet corn kernels, drained
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 green onions, sliced, plus extra for garnish

→ Dairy

05 - 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Baking & Pantry

08 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
09 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
10 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
12 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
13 - ¾ teaspoon salt

→ Spices

14 - 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
15 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Eggs

16 - 2 large eggs

# Preparation steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar casserole dish.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in whole milk and melted butter until well combined.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and fold until just combined for a tender texture.
05 - Fold in the sweet corn kernels, red bell pepper, chopped onion, sliced green onions, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface.
07 - Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
08 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
09 - Allow casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra sliced green onions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Comfort food classic everyone wants second helpings
  • Quick prep uses mostly pantry items and easy to find veggies
  • Oven to table in under an hour
  • Customizable heat level for spice lovers or mild palates
  • Even picky eaters come back for more
02 -
  • Vegetarian friendly main that pleases everyone at the table
  • Makes great leftovers for lunch or breakfast
  • Perfectly pairs with salads grilled veggies or roasted meats
03 -
  • Shred cheese yourself for better melting and richer flavor pre shredded cheese can be dry and does not melt as smoothly
  • Always let the casserole rest before slicing this keeps the crumb tender and prevents gooey slices
  • A sprinkle of flaky salt on top before baking adds extra savory crunch
  • Do not skip the melted butter it creates the best moist tender texture and makes leftovers just as enjoyable

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