Mississippi corn pudding recipe for a comforting side dish

Ingredients for Mississippi corn pudding

• 75 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus more for greasing

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 70 g caster sugar

• 120 ml full-fat milk

• 60 ml double cream

• 180 ml soured cream

• 75 g plain flour

• 75 g coarse yellow cornmeal

• 5 ml kosher salt

• 0.5 ml white pepper

• 0.5 ml paprika

• 0.5 ml baking soda

• 40 g chopped yellow onion

• 70 g chopped celery

• 450 g fresh corn kernels, cut from 4 cobs

• 120 g shredded cheddar cheese

• 120 g butter cracker crumbs, such as Ritz

How to make Mississippi corn pudding

1. Position a rack in the lower third of the oven.

2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan 160°C).

3. Grease a 23 x 33 cm casserole dish with butter, ensuring all corners and sides are covered.

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until thoroughly combined.

5. Add the melted butter, milk, single cream, and sour cream, whisking until smooth.

6. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, paprika, and baking soda, whisking until evenly mixed.

7. Using a spatula, fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, one cup at a time, until well combined.

8. Gently fold in the onion, celery, corn, and cheese until evenly distributed.

9. Pour the batter into the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle the cracker crumbs on top.

10. Bake for 30–40 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through, until the top is lightly browned and a knife inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.