SWEET CORN MAC 'N' CHEESE

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Provided by Yvan Lemoine, Food Network Star Season 8 Finalist

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Two 8-ounce cans creamed corn
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon onion powder, optional
1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch
Pinch ground nutmeg
Salt and ground black pepper
3 dashes hot sauce, optional, plus more for serving
2 cups elbow macaroni
8 ounces grated mild yellow Cheddar
12 ounces grated mozzarella
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup croutons
1 tablespoon olive oil

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.

muhammad shahab
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. The dish is easy to make and can be served hot or cold. I also like the addition of the red pepper flakes, which give the dish a little bit of a kick.


riyd king
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I love this recipe! The sweet corn adds a unique and delicious flavor to the mac n' cheese. The dish is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Luis12Thecat
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet corn. The dish is easy to make and very flavorful. I also like the addition of the breadcrumb topping, which adds a nice crunch.


Mulazim Khan
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I'm not a big fan of sweet corn, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The sweet corn adds a subtle sweetness to the dish that is not overpowering. The cheese is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this aga


Mark McCormick
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sweet corn adds a nice touch of sweetness and the cheese is melted and gooey. I also like the addition of the red pepper flakes, which give the dish a little bit of a kick.


Sadiq khan tn
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sweet corn. I will definitely be making this again for future gatherings.


Liza Rana
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This mac n' cheese is amazing! The sweet corn adds a nice sweetness to the dish and the cheese is gooey and melted perfectly. I also love the crispy breadcrumb topping. This is definitely a new favorite recipe of mine.


Zia Zaland
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The sweet corn and cheese are a perfect combination. The dish is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Farooq Ahmed
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This is the best mac n' cheese recipe I've ever tried! The sweet corn adds such a unique and delicious flavor. I also love the crispy breadcrumb topping. This dish is definitely a keeper.


Raja Jani
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I love sweet corn, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The corn adds a wonderful sweetness and texture to the mac n' cheese. I also liked the addition of the red pepper flakes, which gave the dish a little bit of a kick. Overal


Saqi Brother
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This sweet corn mac n' cheese was a hit with my family! The sweetness of the corn balanced out the sharpness of the cheese perfectly. The recipe was easy to follow and didn't take too long to make. I'll definitely be making this again.