Cheesy Corn & Sausage Bake
A comforting and easy-to-make casserole featuring a creamy, cheesy corn base, savory sausage, and your choice of pasta or potatoes, baked until bubbly and golden.
Equipment
- Skillet or Saucepan
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups corn fresh, frozen, or canned – drained
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 ounces cream cheese optional
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby, or a blend
- Salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 lb cooked sausage smoked, breakfast, sliced or crumbled
- 8 ounces (or 2 cups) cooked pasta or diced cooked potatoes
- 1/2 cup extra shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Thaw frozen corn, drain canned corn, or cut kernels from fresh cobs.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add corn and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in cream cheese (if using) and milk, cooking until creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup shredded cheese until completely melted and smooth.
- Season the cheesy corn mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
Baking
- Combine the cheesy corn, cooked sausage, and cooked pasta or potatoes in a baking dish.
- Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk and cream cheese. Customize with your favorite type of sausage and cheese. This dish is great for meal prepping!