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    Home > Holidays and Events > Thanksgiving

    Creamed Corn Casserole with Bacon

    Updated: May 7th 2019 โ€ข Published: Nov 3rd 2018 โ€ข 14 Comments

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    This Creamed Corn Casserole with bacon is a delicious, easy, make ahead side dish, perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

    This Corn Casserole is a little different to the standard corn casserole; this version doesn't have any flour in it, making it naturally gluten free, plus it uses creamed corn to make a delicious creamy sauce without the need for cream or butter.

    So really this is a healthy option, well it is if you discount the crispy bacon that is generous stirred through and sprinkled on top. Such an easy make ahead side dish that the family will love!

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    Hands up who loves tinned cream corn, really loves it. Like spoon it cold from the tin loves it?

    For me corn shouldn't be classed as a vegetable, it is just too sweet and delicious. Then when it is pureed, thickened and canned it is almost like pudding.

    Hand me a spoon ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Add a bit stock, some shredded chicken and you can make an instant soup that takes me right back to my uni days.

    But today I am using it to make one of the best side dishes ever! Creamed Corn Casserole with Bacon. Because we all know that bacon makes everything better!

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    • Can I leave out the bacon and make this vegetarian?
    • Is this Creamed Corn Casserole gluten free?
    • For more amazing Thanksgiving Side dishes check out this list of over 15 delicious ideas
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    How to make creamed corn casserole in advance.

    If you are making this creamed corn casserole for the holidays then you can get it all ready to go so that on the big day it just needs 30 minutes in the oven to get warm.

    If you Pop it in whilst the turkey is resting it will be perfect when you come to serve. If oven space is at a real premium, it can be reheated in the microwave and just given 5 minutes in the oven so the crust forms on the top and around the edges - best bit!!!

    To do this prepare it up to the point where it gets spooned into the casserole dish, then just cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 48 hours.

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    Can I leave out the bacon and make this vegetarian?

    Of course!!!

    The bacon adds a wonderful salty crunch to the dish, but if you want to make this vegetarian then it is still delicious without it. You might want to add a little more salt to the dish to balance the sweetness of the corn.

    Plus when frying off the onions you shouldn't need any extra oil, but a teaspoon of butter will help to replace the bacon fat.

    Is this Creamed Corn Casserole gluten free?

    There is no added flour or wheat products in this recipe, just be sure to check your canned cream corn. Most use cornstarch/cornflour to thicken them, but it is obviously safest to check your can if you are serving someone who has to avoid gluten.

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    Enjoy x

    For more amazing Thanksgiving Side dishes check out this list of over 15 delicious ideas

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    Creamed Corn Casserole with Bacon

    This Baked Creamed Corn Casserole with Bacon is a little different to the standard corn casserole; this version doesn't have any flour in it, making it naturally gluten-free, plus it uses creamed corn to make a delicious creamy sauce without the need for cream or butter. So really this is a healthy option, well it is if you discount the crispy bacon that is generously stirred through and sprinkled on top. Such an easy make-ahead side dish perfect for Thanksgiving.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6 8
    Calories: 294kcal
    Author: Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts
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    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 8 slices bacon
    • 1 onion - peeled and chopped
    • 4 cups corn kernels - fresh/frozen
    • ยฝ teaspoon salt
    • ยผ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 can creamed corn
    • fresh chives - optional garnish

    Instructions

    • If you're not preparing this ahead pre-heat the oven to 350ยบF/170ยบC.
    • Add the oil to a large skillet and cook the bacon until crisp.
    • Remove the bacon from the skillet reserving the fat.
    • Place the cooked bacon onto a sheet of kitchen paper and allow to cool.
    • Sautรฉ the chopped onions in the same skillet with the reserved fat and cook until translucent.
    • Add the corn kernels to the pan, along with the salt and pepper.
    • Stir in the creamed corn and bring everything to a bubble.
    • Crumble in 6 of the slices of bacon and stir. (reserve the final two for the top of the casserole)
    • Pour the corn mixture into a 1-quart casserole dish.

    At this point the mixture can be covered and kept in the refrigerator for up tp 2 days.

    • Sprinkle the remaining bacon over the top of the casserole and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbling with a light crust.
    • Serve garnished with fresh chives.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 6.8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Debbie says

      November 11, 2022 at 11:47 pm

      Hiiiii!! Has anyone used canned corn instead of fresh/frozen? i imagine it will work?

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 15, 2022 at 12:38 pm

        Hi Debbie,
        Canned corn would work perfectly, just ensure it is well drained.
        Hope that helps ๐Ÿ™‚
        Cx

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    2. Carissa says

      December 25, 2020 at 11:57 am

      You say use creamed corn from a can, then the recipes calls for fresh or frozen corn, what the heck am I missing here????

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        December 29, 2020 at 2:59 pm

        The recipe uses both fresh/frozen corn and a can of creamed corn. The creamed corn gives the saucy element, whilst the fresh/frozen gives the crunch.
        I hope that helps
        Cx

        Reply
    3. Becky says

      November 23, 2020 at 5:56 am

      Instead of putting in oven, could I use crockpot to cook it?

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 24, 2020 at 6:49 am

        Hi Becky,
        I haven't tried it in a crockpot so I can't be sure.
        But seen as you are just using the oven to heat everything through I think it will work well in a crockpot.
        Hope that helps ๐Ÿ™‚
        Cx

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    4. NaN says

      November 19, 2019 at 11:00 am

      Can I use turkey bacon?

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 19, 2019 at 5:05 pm

        You sure can!
        You might find you need to add extra oil when cooking the onion as turkey bacon tends to be leaner.
        Enjoy Cx

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    5. Tina says

      November 27, 2018 at 6:07 am

      5 stars
      These are so simple, yet so so good! I will definitely be making this dish again. I may use less bacon next time (gasp), but otherwise, I wouldn't change a thing. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 27, 2018 at 9:47 am

        Thank you for coming back to comment Tina.
        Less bacon!!! Hehe, I am a big bacon lover, although I tend to eat so much of it whilst it is cooking that I am not sure any of my dishes ever end up with the full amount in them ๐Ÿ˜‰
        So happy you enjoyed it

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    6. Beth Lee says

      November 05, 2018 at 5:52 am

      5 stars
      OMG! The color of this dish is just so beautiful. And what a smart and simple way to put this dish together!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 05, 2018 at 6:21 am

        Thank you Beth. It is such a fun addition to the holiday table and who doesn't love creamed corn?!

        Reply
    7. Sarah says

      November 05, 2018 at 5:46 am

      5 stars
      You had me at "bacon". I love the combination of corn and bacon!

      Reply
      • Claire McEwen says

        November 05, 2018 at 6:22 am

        Me too Sarah.....It is always hard to resist nibbling away at the crunch bacon before it goes into the casserole.

        Reply

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