Corn is a favorite vegetable of many and inclusion of the starchy food is a natural recipe addition when cooking casseroles. Modern day corn casseroles have evolved from native recipes of corn mush, corn pudding, and spoonbread. This guide page provides steps to show how to make corn casserole. http://www.foodtimeline.org/foodfaq.html#casseroles

Corn casserole is a unique and tasty recipe. The flavor of corn, a popular vegetable, makes this dish an excellent choice for an every day family meal as well as a dinner party selection. Corn casserole is also an easily prepared popular potluck recipe. A variety of types of corn are included in recipes ranging from creamed corn to frozen corn kernels or fresh corn. This kid favorite casserole can be adapted for the slow cooker but may stick to the crock. A popular creamed corn casserole can make use of pantry ingredients like cream of celery soup or canned creamed corn. The ingredients for this casserole are low cost and can be stocked ahead to prepare the meal when money is short. http://www.recipezaar.com/Slow-Cooker-Corn-Pudding-234270 http://www.bhg.com/recipe/vegetables/creamed-corn-casserole/

This dish may be known as Jiffy Corn Casserole because of the common use of Jiffy cornbread mix in the casserole. Among homemade scratch recipes, cornbread casserole is an easy dish for new cooks. With the number of websites offering cooking tips, finding corn casserole recipes is an easy task using a simple search engine inquiry. Popular websites like Food Network host recipes like Paula Deen’s Corn Casserole allowing everyone access to the items featured in television episodes.http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/corn-casserole-recipe/index.html

• 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 can creamed corn
• 1 cup red sweet bell pepper
• 1/4 cup onion
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg beaten
• 1 tablespoon margarine
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 teaspoon sweet basil
• 1/2 cup crushed crackers
• 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Grease a 9 X 13 baking dish
3. Mix all ingredients except cheddar cheese
4. Pour ingredients into greased casserole dish and bake for 35 minutes
5. Test doneness by inserting toothpick in center of casserole. A clean toothpick when removed indicates the casserole is firm
6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese
7. Place back in oven until cheese is melted
8. Serve while hot.
9. Best reheated in the oven instead of microwave.

1. Using the above recipe, swap types of peppers for a different taste. For a spicier casserole, add small amounts of hot peppers to suit your tastes. This version can be served with salsa as a condiment.
2. Add cubed cream cheese to the mixture before baking for a Corn and Cream Cheese casserole.
3. Replace whole kernel corn with equal amounts of creamed corn for a Creamed Corn casserole. Add an extra 1/4 cup of breading mix to help firm the casserole.
4. A Shoepeg Corn Casserole uses shoepeg corn and may add other vegetables like green beans to the recipe. French style green beans work well in this combination.
5. Make a Mexican Corn Casserole by adding green chili and a pepper jack cheese. Serve with salsa and sour cream on the side.