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Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding

Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding
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Having lunch with my parents last weekend, my Dad mentioned that he hadn’t had a corn pudding in a long time.  My grandmother, Myne, used to make them  regularly — it’s a Southern thing.  Scott, however, had never had corn pudding before — he’s from Minnesota — and apparently, it’s not a Midwest thing.  He was dubious to say the least.  A pudding with corn in it?  He thought it sounded gross.  Um, no.  It’s fabulous!  

 


shucking corn removing kernels from the cob
This isn’t my grandmother’s recipe, but it’s based on the same principles — removing the corn kernels from the cob and then scraping the cob with the back of a knife to get all the corn-milk out of them.

corn and chiles making custard

Then adding a simple custard of eggs and milk .  From there you can dress it up however you like…  This corn pudding has chopped roasted hatch chiles, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and crispy bacon to add more flavor and depth.  YUM!!!

filling ramekins baking ramekins

This recipe works as either one big casserole to serve family-style or in individual ramekins.  I’m always a sucker for “individual” dishes, so I went that route.  I sprinkled them with a bit of reserved bacon and cheese before baking them in a hot water bath.  The individual ramekins take about 30-40 minutes, a casserole will take a little longer — just until the center doesn’t jiggle too much and the top is puffed and light.

Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding from the oven

I took a few photos of the finished product and then brought two ramekins to my next door neighbor for her opinion.  She gushed!  “Sweet, but not too… delicious flavors, loved the bacon, cheese and chiles.  A winner!”  So far, so good.

Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding on a board Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding closeup

Still – it was Scott I was worried about.  He rolled his eyes and sighed when he saw them – he knew he wasn’t getting out of this.   So, with a spoon in hand, he dug in, tasted and said, “Wow! It’s not what I was expecting!” Another bite,  “It’s really good.”  He finished the dish, “You need to make this for Thanksgiving!”  V-I-C-T-O-R-Y!!!

To my Dad: Corn pudding is coming…

Scooping Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding Spoonful of Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding

 

Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: corn, side dish
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 207 kcal

A lush, slightly sweet corn custard with bits of roasted hatch chile, crispy bacon and melty Monterey Jack! A deliciously different side dish and my Dad's favorite!

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Ingredients

  • 3 corn on the cob
  • 1/2 cup green chiles preferably fire roasted, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 bacon thick cut, cooked & diced
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a baking dish or individual ramekins with vegetable spray and set inside a larger baking pan with at least 2" sides.
  2. Shuck the corn cobs, removing the silk and using a sharp knife, cut the kernels off the cobs and transfer to a large bowl. Hold a corn cob over the bowl and run the back of the knife along the corn cobs to scrape out extra milk and flesh. Add the chiles, sugar and salt and mix to combine.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk and transfer to the corn mixture. Add 3/4 of the bacon and cheese and stir to combine. Pour the corn mixture into the baking dish or ramekins and top with remaining cheese and bacon.
  4. Add hot water to the larger baking pan so that it reaches about halfway up the outside of the corn pudding dish.
  5. Bake for 40-50 minutes for a single large casserole and 30-40 minutes for individual ramekins.
Nutrition Facts
Bacon Green Chile Corn Pudding
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 444mg 19%
Potassium 220mg 6%
Total Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Sugars 11g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin A 6.6%
Vitamin C 4.1%
Calcium 18%
Iron 2.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. maxilynnryan says

    November 30, 2016 at 3:13 PM

    Lisa, I don’t think you understand how much I love your recipes. Every single one of them has me practically licking the computer screen with anticipation! I really wish we lived closer so we could be real life friends and I could be the neighbor you try recipes out on. Hatch chiles + bacon + cheese…you certainly know the way to this girl’s heart!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 1, 2016 at 9:55 AM

      LOL! Thank you! I wish we lived closer too — I’m always looking for taste testers!

      Reply
  2. Amanda Biddle (@StripedSpatula) says

    November 30, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    I’m really not sure how corn pudding has escaped me all these years, but this sounds fantastic! It looks like it has such a beautiful texture and I love the addition of bacon, fire roasted chiles, and Monterey jack cheese. Absolutely need this in my life!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 30, 2016 at 7:13 AM

      I brought it to Thanksgiving (for my Dad) and couldn’t believe how quickly it went — everyone was commenting how delicious it was!

      Reply
  3. J at BlessHerHeartYall.com says

    November 28, 2016 at 1:21 PM

    My hubby’s family had never had corn pudding either and they are all Minnesotans, born and raised. It’s so good and so many are missing out on it’s brilliance! I love your beautiful version. Looks delish!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 28, 2016 at 5:00 PM

      These poor people who have never experienced corn pudding bliss… I feel so bad for them!

      Reply
  4. Sabrina Zaragoza says

    November 27, 2016 at 8:31 AM

    Look so yummy. We can do many things with corn. I know a drink you can make only with corn and milk, so delicious. Thanks for sharing this!!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 27, 2016 at 11:34 AM

      You’re intriguing me with the corn-milk drink… Is it a dessert?

      Reply
  5. Everyday Sarah Jane says

    November 21, 2016 at 7:49 PM

    Love the kicked up flavors of this recipe {because bacon just makes life better}!! Definitely need to try it soon!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 22, 2016 at 6:34 AM

      That is very true!

      Reply
  6. Platter Talk says

    November 21, 2016 at 5:34 PM

    Lisa, this is an amazingly delectable looking dish. It’s ringing my bell- lol!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 6:12 PM

      Ding – Ding – Ding!!!! Winner!

      Reply
  7. Allison (@CelebrateSweets) says

    November 21, 2016 at 5:29 PM

    Corn pudding doesn’t usually excite me too much but the addition of bacon and green chiles makes this AMAZING! Pinning to try!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 6:12 PM

      I have to be honest- regular corn pudding can be a yawn, but this is silky smooth because of the water bath — like a custard and it’s a great balance of smoky and sweet.

      Reply
  8. Stephanie@ApplesforCJ says

    November 21, 2016 at 5:02 PM

    I’ve never had corn pudding but this sounds really good 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 5:28 PM

      I know it sounds unusual, but trust me — it’s really wonderful!

      Reply
  9. Nola says

    November 21, 2016 at 11:23 AM

    You know if it has green chiles & pig it’s gonna be delicious!!! Can’t wait to taste this!!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:29 AM

      That is too true, my friend!

      Reply
  10. danyasmith says

    November 21, 2016 at 11:17 AM

    I’ve never even heard of corn pudding, but wow! It looks like the corn chowder version of creme brûlée (and I love both), so this recipe definitely looks like a winner!! Saving this for later 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:29 AM

      That is an awesome description — I may steal it!

      Reply
  11. Love & Zest (@KristinaLaRueRD) says

    November 21, 2016 at 10:36 AM

    yum! this looks divine! Pinning this one.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:29 AM

      I’m glad you like it Kristina!

      Reply
  12. Dannii says

    November 21, 2016 at 10:15 AM

    You had me at bacon. This looks delicious, and a great way to use up corn too.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:28 AM

      Yeah – the bacon adds that je ne sais quoit!

      Reply
  13. helene dsouza says

    November 21, 2016 at 10:07 AM

    Do you use sweet corn or regular corn in your pudding recipe? Your recipe looks simple enough to recreate at home. I hadn’t hear of something like this before. Your corn pudding would make a great sunday night dinner. 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:27 AM

      Sweet corn on the cob makes it really good. Where I’m from, we would serve this as a side dish to a roast chicken.

      Reply
  14. Jamie Gates says

    November 21, 2016 at 9:57 AM

    Midwest girl chiming in here –definitely not a thing I have ever had. I love all the ingredients though -especially hatch chile. It sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      November 21, 2016 at 11:26 AM

      Jamie – Keep an open mind and an open mouth — my husband loved it!

      Reply

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