Hearty Cajun comfort featuring tender cornbread, sweet corn, and cheddar cheese for satisfying family dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup canned sweet corn kernels, drained
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 green onions, sliced, plus additional for garnish
→ Dairy
05 - 1 and 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Baking & Pantry
08 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
09 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
11 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
13 - 3/4 teaspoon salt
→ Spices
14 - 1 and 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or casserole dish.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then add whole milk and melted unsalted butter. Mix until well blended.
04 - Incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir just until combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Gently fold in the sweet corn, diced red bell pepper, chopped onion, sliced green onions, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface.
07 - Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
08 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
09 - Allow casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra sliced green onions if desired.
