Recipe: Spicy Corn Pudding
Description: This spicy corn pudding recipe is simply lovely, warming you up from the inside out with its cozy flavors. You can adjust the heat level to your liking, making it perfect for those chilly winter mornings or any time you need a comforting breakfast or snack. Plus, it’s a versatile dish that you can whip up in less than an hour, ideal for potlucks or family gatherings. Feel free to use frozen corn if fresh isn’t available – it turns out just as great!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 107 per serving
- Fat Content: 1.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 36.4mg
- Sodium Content: 103.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 5.7g
- Protein Content: 5.4g
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion | 1 |
| Green bell pepper | 3/4 |
| All-purpose flour | 3/4 cup |
| Ground cumin | 3 tsp |
| Chili powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Cayenne pepper | 1/4 tsp |
| Corn | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Red bell pepper | 2 |
| Green bell pepper (for garnish) | 1 |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Coat a large frypan with cooking spray, and place it over medium heat until hot.
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Sauté Vegetables:
- Add the onion to the heated frypan and cook for about 1 minute until translucent.
- Toss in the green bell pepper and cook for another minute until they are crisp-tender.
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Add Spices:
- Stir in the all-purpose flour, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Cook the mixture for 1 minute, stirring constantly to evenly distribute the flavors.
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Create Sauce:
- Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, continuing to stir constantly.
- Let it simmer for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly. Then, remove it from the heat.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the corn and eggs to the bell pepper mixture, stirring well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
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Bake:
- Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and the center is set.
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Garnish:
- Once baked, remove the corn pudding from the oven and garnish it with rings of green bell pepper for a colorful finish.
Enjoy your Spicy Corn Pudding! 🌽🔥
