Fattening Corn
Recipe: #22363
January 04, 2016
"From an old church recipe book"
Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (130.7 g)
- Calories 389.9
- Total Fat - 14.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 7.5 g
- Cholesterol - 41.6 mg
- Sodium - 276.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 59.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 8.2 g
- Sugars - 2.1 g
- Protein - 7.9 g
- Calcium - 46.4 mg
- Iron - 0.9 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2
Drain excess water from corn.
Step 3
Mix cream cheese, butter, corn and salsa together thoroughly.
Step 4
Place in casserole dish.
Step 5
Heat for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
Step 6
May garnish with paprika if desired.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to use whole kernel corn for this recipe, as opposed to creamed corn.
- For a spicier dish, use a hot salsa instead of mild.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese - Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative to cream cheese, as it is lower in fat and higher in protein. This substitution will make the dish lighter and healthier.
- Substitute diced tomatoes for salsa - Diced tomatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they can add a subtle sweetness to the dish. This substitution will add more nutrition to the recipe.
Cheesy Salsa Corn Replace the cream cheese with 1/2 cup of shredded cheese of your choice and increase the salsa to 1 cup. Mix all ingredients together and bake as directed.
Spanish Rice: Spanish Rice is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with Fattening Corn. It is made with white rice, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, and spices, and is a great way to add a bit of spice to your meal.
Black Beans: Black Beans are a great accompaniment to Spanish Rice. They are high in fiber and protein, and are a great way to add a hearty and nutritious element to your meal. They are also easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of different ways, making them a great choice for busy weeknights.
FAQ
Q: What type of cheese should I use?
A: You should use cream cheese for this recipe.
Q: How do I store the cheese?
A: Store the cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Fun facts:
The cream cheese used in this recipe is believed to have been invented by a Welsh farmer in the 19th century. The farmer, Joseph Harding, created the cheese by hand-churning a mixture of milk and cream.
This dish is believed to have been served at the wedding of President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Smith in 1946. It is said that the dish was a favorite of Rosalynn's and was served as part of the wedding menu.