Creamy Macaroni Corn Casserole

Here comes an easy side dish, creamy and cheesy goodness! This creamy macaroni corn casserole is a comforting Southern dish that goes great with ribs, roasts or even pulled pork sandwiches. Enjoy it as the main dish for an easy weeknight supper or take it to a potluck, its bound to get rave reviews!

What you Need to Make Creamy Macaroni Corn Casserole:

This macaroni corn casserole recipe combines the richness of macaroni and cheese with the sweetness of creamed corn. It’s a very satisfying casserole that’s perfect for family gatherings and potluck dinners. With only 10 minutes of prep, you can quickly toss it in the oven to get on with the rest of dinner.

How to Make Macaroni Corn Casserole

It all depends on what’s in the fridge, but sometimes I’ll go for all cheddar in this recipe. I think its better with the gouda, but if you don’t have any its all good.

• Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the macaroni noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• Step 2: Make the Cheese Sauce
  • In a large saucepan, melt the stick of butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in the flour, mustard powder, paprika and onion powder to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until it turns golden. Don’t overcook! It can burn.
  • Gradually whisk in the whole milk until the mixture becomes smooth and thickened.
  • Add salt and pepper (I use about 1/2 teaspoon of each) and continue to cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Stir in the creamed corn and 1 1/2 cups each of shredded sharp cheddar & gouda cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is perfectly blended.
• Step 3: Combine and Bake
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked macaroni noodles with the cheesy creamed corn mixture. Mix until well coated.
  • Give it a taste, add more salt or pepper if needed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar and 1/2 cup of shredded gouda.
• Step 4: Bake to Perfection
  • Bake in the oven for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
• Step 5: Serve Warm
  • Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. It pairs wonderfully with other Southern dishes or can be enjoyed as a comforting main course.

Why You’ll Love Macaroni Corn Casserole

• This creamy macaroni corn casserole recipe combines two comfort food favorites: mac and cheese and creamed corn, creating a medley of flavors and textures.
• The creamy cheese sauce is rich and indulgent, perfectly complementing the sweetness of the creamed corn.
• This casserole is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s kid approved too!

Cooking Tips and Variations

5 from 2 votes

Creamy Macaroni Corn Casserole

Creamy, cheesy and savory-sweet. It's a very satisfying casserole that's perfect for family gatherings and potluck dinners.

Servings: 10

Course: Side Dish

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 14 oz macaroni noodles
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 stick of butter
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups cheddar, shredded
• 2 cups gouda, shredded
• 1 can creamed corn

Instructions

 

Preheat and Prepare

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
• Cook the macaroni noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Make the Cheese Sauce

• In a large saucepan, melt the stick of butter over medium heat.
• Stir in the flour, mustard powder, paprika and onion powder to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until it turns golden. Don’t overcook! It can burn.
• Gradually whisk in the whole milk until the mixture becomes smooth and thickened.
• Add salt and pepper (I use about 1/2 teaspoon of each) and continue to cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat.
• Stir in the creamed corn and 1 1/2 cups each of shredded sharp cheddar & gouda cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is perfectly blended.

Combine and Bake

• In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked macaroni noodles with the cheesy creamed corn mixture. Mix until well coated.
• Give it a taste, add more salt or pepper if needed.
• Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
• Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar and 1/2 cup of shredded gouda.

Bake to Perfection

• Bake in the oven for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly, and the top is golden brown.

Serve Warm

• Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. It pairs wonderfully with other Southern dishes or can be enjoyed as a comforting main course.

Nutrition

Calories: 5595kcalCarbohydrates: 436gProtein: 250gFat: 322gSaturated Fat: 195gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 82gTrans Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1067mgSodium: 7549mgPotassium: 3093mgFiber: 20gSugar: 61gVitamin A: 9392IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5646mgIron: 10mg

Recipe Keywords: buttermilk cornbread, casserole, macaroni

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