Here’s Paula Deen’s classic Corn Casserole — a creamy, buttery Southern side dish that’s easy to make and absolutely delicious. It’s sometimes called corn pudding or corn bread casserole because the texture is rich, moist, and slightly sweet with a golden cheesy top. (All Recipe Secret)
🧑🍳 Paula Deen’s Corn Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 × 15 oz can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 × 14.75 oz can cream-style corn
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (8 oz) corn muffin mix (Jiffy is the classic choice)
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional but recommended) (All Recipe Secret)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
Preheat your oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease a 9×9‑inch or 9×13‑inch baking dish. (All Recipe Secret) - Mix the base:
In a large bowl, stir together:- Whole kernel corn
- Cream-style corn
- Sour cream
- Melted butter
- Corn muffin mix
Stir until well combined with no dry streaks. (All Recipe Secret)
- Bake:
Pour the mixture into your prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake about 45 minutes, until golden brown on top. (All Recipe Secret) - Add cheese:
Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Bake another 5–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (All Recipe Secret) - Rest & serve:
Let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving so it sets up nicely. (All Recipe Secret)
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This corn casserole is perfect as a side dish with:
- Roast turkey or chicken
- Glazed ham
- BBQ ribs or pulled pork
- Holiday dinners and potlucks
The creamy texture with sweet corn and cheesy top makes it a crowd‑pleaser. (All Recipe Secret)
🔄 Variations (Optional)
- Spicy: Add chopped jalapeños or green chiles. (Paula Deen)
- Cheesy throughout: Stir some cheddar into the mix before baking. (All Recipe Secret)
- Bacon: Mix in cooked bacon pieces for extra savory flavor. (All Recipe Secret)
Want a lighter version (with Greek yogurt and colorful veggies)? I can share that too! (Paula Deen)
