CornBread Casserole

I’m thrilled to share a recipe that’s become my golden ticket to becoming the MVP of any potluck: my unbeatable corn casserole. Every time I whip this up, it vanishes faster than my desire to start a diet on a Monday morning. Let’s dive into how you too can bring this star to your table and become the talk of any gathering!

Why This Dish Wins Every Time

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked, “Honey, can you bring that corn thing you make?” to which I proudly reply, “You betcha!” This casserole is not just a dish; it’s a memory maker. It’s been a part of baby showers where we laughed over how little sleep we’re about to get, backyard barbecues where the stories were as juicy as the ribs, and quiet dinners where the casserole spoke louder than words.

My kids demand it for birthday dinners, and my husband hints at it for an any-day treat. And let me tell you, if you’re looking to be the crowned queen of your next potluck, this casserole is your scepter.

So there you have it, my recipe for potluck domination. It’s easy, it’s delicious, and it’s got a little bit of that home-cooked love that no store-bought dish can ever replicate. Now, go forth and bake—your audience awaits!

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. It’s like prepping the stage before the rock stars (our ingredients, obviously) make their grand entrance.

Step 2: Mix the Magic

In a large bowl, it’s time to mix our all-star lineup. Toss in the two boxes of Jiffy Cornbread mix. Add both cans of creamed corn and the drained whole kernel corn. These cans aren’t just any old cans, they’re the secret to the creamy, dreamy texture of our casserole.

Pour in those two glorious sticks of melted butter. Yes, my dear, we’re going full indulgence here. The butter not only adds flavor but gives that melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes everyone go “Mmm”.

Now, sprinkle the sugar evenly over the top. Just a tad, because we’re not making dessert here, but just enough to enhance the natural sweetness of the corn.

Crack in the eggs and plop in that ounce of sour cream. These guys are crucial. They’ll bind everything together so that each scoop is perfectly set and scrumptiously smooth.

Step 3: Mix It Well

Now, darling, arm yourself with a sturdy spoon and mix everything together until it’s beautifully combined. You want every bit of cornbread mix to marry well with the creamy, buttery goodness.

Step 4: Bake the Beauty

Pour your batter into a greased 9″ x 13″ baking pan. Smooth it out to an even layer because we love perfection, don’t we? Slide this pan into your preheated oven and bake for about an hour. What we’re looking for is a top that’s golden brown—like the summer tan we all wish we could achieve without the burn.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Once that hour is up and your kitchen smells like heaven on a hectic day, pull out the casserole. Let it sit for a few minutes; it’s sizzling hot, both in temperature and in taste. Then cut into generous squares and watch as it disappears quicker than a juicy piece of gossip in a small town.