Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen (and thawed) corn kernels
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated, divided
  • 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup panko or seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
  • 2/3 cup half-and-half
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives, plus extra for garnish, finely chopped, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375º F and lightly grease a pie dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat and sauté onion until softened and translucent, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, then transfer mixture to a large bowl.
  • Add corn, milk, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, chives, salt and pepper to the bowl with the onion and mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, beat eggs with chili powder and paprika, then stir mixture into bowl with corn and onion until incorporated. Pour mixture into greased pie dish.
  • Microwave remaining 1 tablespoon butter until melted. Let cool slightly, then whisk together with remaining panko crumbs, cheese, and chives, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Evenly sprinkle panko mixture over corn, then place pie dish in oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until corn is puffed up and edges are starting to brown.
  • Remove from oven and let cool 5-10 minutes, then top with more chives or paprika. Enjoy!