Kansas City Cheesy Corn
This recipe for Kansas City Cheesy Corn is a side that keeps guests coming back for more. A smooth blend of three cheeses is folded with whole-kernel corn and savory pieces of smoked ham, then baked until bubbly and golden. The result is a classic side dish that belongs on every barbecue table. Perfect alongside ribs, pulled pork, or brisket, this favorite turns any meal into a culinary celebration.
SERVINGS
8
PREP TIME
10 Min
COOK TIME
15 Min
Ingredients
8 ounces thick-cut ham or ham steak, diced
1 teaspoon oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cans (15.25 oz.) Libby's Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, drained
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, divided
8 ounces thick-cut ham or ham steak, diced
1 teaspoon oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cans (15.25 oz.) Libby's Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, drained
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, add ham and oil. Cook on high for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sides are browned. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter and cream cheese in skillet. Add milk and stir constantly until smooth.
- Stir in garlic, paprika, and pepper.
- Fold in corn, cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, and cooked ham until everything is well coated and cheese starts to melt.
- Transfer mix to prepared baking dish. Top evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly around edges. Turn broiler on high for 2 minutes until light golden brown on top.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, add ham and oil. Cook on high for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sides are browned. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter and cream cheese in skillet. Add milk and stir constantly until smooth.
- Stir in garlic, paprika, and pepper.
- Fold in corn, cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, and cooked ham until everything is well coated and cheese starts to melt.
- Transfer mix to prepared baking dish. Top evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly around edges. Turn broiler on high for 2 minutes until light golden brown on top.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
