Best 8 Creamy Corn Macaroni N Cheese Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our creamy corn macaroni n' cheese, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic comfort food gets a vibrant twist with the addition of sweet corn, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and refreshing. Our recipe collection offers a variety of takes on this timeless dish, ensuring that there's something for every palate. From the classic baked macaroni n' cheese with a golden-brown crust to a lighter skillet version perfect for weeknight dinners, our recipes cater to your every craving. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a cheesy, corny adventure!
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
MACARONI CORN CASSEROLE
This easy recipe for for Macaroni Corn Casserole makes for a great family dinner. Soft, tender macaroni mixed with sweet corn and zesty Velveeta cheese. Yum!
Provided by Kathy
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 and grease a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add macaroni, cans of corn, butter and cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and discard. Stir well.
- Return to oven for an additional 30 minutes until bubbly and cooked.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAMY CORN MACARONI N' CHEESE
This is such a simple idea, but is personally one of the best macaroni and cheese dishes I've had, even without a roux! Even if you aren't a fan of corn, you'll love this dish!
Provided by Sarah Farrand
Categories Pasta Sides
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and move a rack to the top. Boil water for pasta.
- 2. Simmer corn, milk, and onion powder. In small bowl, add cornstarch to 2 Tbsp water to dissolve. Add cornstarch mixture to corn and whisk over medium heat to thicken, around 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Meanwhile, cook pasta and drain thoroughly.
- 3. Combine corn mixture, pasta, cheddar cheese, egg, and half the mozzarella. Pour into 4 cup casserole dish. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- 4. Toss croutons with olive oil and spread on the casserole. Cook on the top rack until golden and bubbly, 15-20 minutes. Drizzle with Sriracha or hot sauce to serve (or serve on the side)
ONE-DISH CORN MAC AND CHEESE
This One Dish Corn Mac and Cheese has all the comfort you need. Loaded with cheese and sweet corn, it's a pasta dish that's perfect for potlucks and game days.
Provided by Rebecca Hubbell
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Add all ingredients (except the breadcrumbs) into a medium sized casserole dish one at a time, mixing thoroughly.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and stir well, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and bake for another 15-20 minutes until macaroni is soft and a crust forms on the top of the dish.
- Remove from oven and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 773 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SWEET CORN MAC 'N' CHEESE
Provided by Yvan Lemoine, Food Network Star Season 8 Finalist
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Move one rack to the top of the oven.
- In a saucepan, simmer the corn with the milk and onion powder, if using, for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cornstarch with about 2 tablespoons water and stir well. Add the cornstarch to the corn mixture and whisk over medium heat for 3 minutes. Season the corn cream with a little nutmeg, salt, pepper and hot sauce if using. Remove from the heat, cover and keep warm.
- Boil the elbow macaroni in full rolling salted water for 4 to 6 minutes. Drain the macaroni well and add to the corn cream. Add the Cheddar, half of the mozzarella and the egg. Stir well. Pour into a 4-cup casserole dish or 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the remaining mozzarella.
- In a zip-top plastic bag, lightly crush the croutons using a small mallet or rolling pin. Stir together the oil and crushed croutons and spread over the top of the macaroni and corn mixture. Cook on the top rack until golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with hot sauce.
- This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
CORNY MACARONI AND CHEESE
Make and share this Corny Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Shawna Landers
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium size baking dish, combine the 2 cans of corn.
- add the macaroni(uncooked) and the velveeta.
- stir until mixed well.
- dot the top of the casserole with the butter and salt and pepper to taste.
- bake for approximately 1 hour at 350f.
CREAM CHEESE CORN
Creamy corn is a wonderful foil for that Thanksgiving day turkey. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Earla Taylor
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine the corn, butter or margarine and the cream cheese in a medium sized saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 217.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
LUCY'S MAC AND CORN
This recipe came from my high school cafeteria's cook, Lucy. It's my favorite school lunch dish! (Casey's mom has found that 1/2 stick of margarine and reduced-fat Velveeta results in an equal taste with less fat.)
Provided by Casey
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together creamed corn, whole kernel corn, and uncooked macaroni. Slice the butter or margarine, and mix into the corn mixture along with the cheese. Place in a buttered casserole dish. Cover.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, and bake uncovered for 30 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 671.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE
This is the ultimate creamy mac and cheese recipe. It's saucy, thick and very rich, with a wonderful cheddar flavor. Once you taste it, you'll be hooked. -Cindy Hartley, Chesapeake, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in sour cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth and cheese is melted. Add additional milk to reach desired consistency. , Drain macaroni; toss with cheddar cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Stir in cream sauce. , Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 46g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 1141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
Tips:
- Use a good quality pasta. The type of pasta you use will make a big difference in the final dish. Choose a pasta that is made with high-quality ingredients and that has a good texture.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking the pasta until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and will not hold its shape well in the macaroni and cheese.
- Use a flavorful cheese. The cheese is the key ingredient in macaroni and cheese, so it's important to use a cheese that has a lot of flavor. A good cheddar cheese is a classic choice, but you can also use other cheeses, such as Gruyère, Parmesan, or Fontina.
- Make a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. A roux will help to prevent the cheese sauce from becoming too thin and runny.
- Season the cheese sauce. Don't forget to season the cheese sauce with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Add the corn. Once the cheese sauce is made, add the corn. You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn. If you are using fresh corn, be sure to remove the kernels from the cob.
- Bake the macaroni and cheese. Once the macaroni and cheese is assembled, bake it in the oven until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will help to melt the cheese and create a crispy crust.
- Serve the macaroni and cheese hot. Macaroni and cheese is best served hot out of the oven. You can garnish it with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is loved by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of different ingredients. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and creamy macaroni and cheese that will be a hit at your next potluck or family gathering.
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