Cheesy Corn

Cheesy Corn

from houseofnasheats.com
55 min
8 servings

Like mac & cheese but made with corn kernels and chunks of ham, this Cheesy corn will be your new favorite side dish! Perfect for holiday dinners or serving with everything from barbecue or grilled meat to roast chicken!

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, (grated)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, (cubed)
  • 3 3/4 cups fresh or frozen corn ((three 10-ounce bags frozen whole kernel corn))
  • 4 ounces diced ham steak (or leftover ham)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Sprinkle flour and garlic powder over the melted butter, then whisk together and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a simple roux.

  3. 3

    Whisk in the milk, then simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly.

  4. 4

    Add cheddar cheese and cream cheese, stirring until melted and combined into the sauce.

  5. 5

    Stir in corn and diced ham. Transfer to a square baking dish or casserole dish. Cover with foil.

  6. 6

    Bake for 40-45 minutes until hot and bubbly.