Cornbread Casserole

Cornbread casserole is an easy weeknight dish that’s perfect for the whole family. The mixture of cornbread, corn, bacon, and cheese makes it a delicious combination of ingredients that will be the centerpiece of your dinner table. This will be your new favorite dish this month.

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• What is Cornbread Casserole? 
• Ingredients: 
• How to make Cornbread Casserole : 
• Tips for success: 
• Can you make this cornbread casserole recipe in a crockpot? 
• Can you turn this dish into a breakfast casserole?  
• What kind of meat can you use in Cornbread Casserole?   
• How to store:
• FAQ's
• Cornbread Casserole

What is Cornbread Casserole? 

This savory dish is made by combining ingredients for cornbread along with cooked bacon bits, corn kernels, and cheese. It’s then baked until the cornbread is golden brown and done all the way through. 

It’s moist and filling and a great option for dinner when you’re short on time but still want to eat a home-cooked meal. Ordering food to go is a drain on your healthy diet and budget. There’s no need to compromise. This cornbread casserole is easy to make and everyone will ask for seconds!  

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup cornmeal: This is needed to make the cornbread topping rather than just a biscuit topping. 
• 1 cup all-purpose flour: A little flour is used to give the dish substance.  
• 1 tablespoon baking powder: This is a leavener and makes the dough rise. 
• 1 teaspoon salt: Salt is the ultimate flavor enhancer and without it, the dish would be bland. 
• 1 can corn kernels: These give the dish texture and are a fun surprise when taking a bite. 
• 1 cup buttermilk and 1 cup sour cream: These provide moisture and make the cornbread soft.     
• ½ cup vegetable oil: A little fat is needed to help the dough stick together.  
• 7 ounces bacon and 1 ½ cups cheese: These are added flavorings and help make the dish taste cheesy and incredible. 

How to make Cornbread Casserole : 

1. Preheat the oven. 

2. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a medium bowl. 

3. Whisk in the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. 

4. Stir in the bacon, cheese, and corn kernels. 

5. Spread the mixture into a baking dish.

6. Top with the remaining cheese and bacon pieces. 

7. Bake in the preheated oven until it’s golden brown and cooked all the way through.

Tips for success: 

Here are a few tips for success and variations you can try to make this the best cornbread casserole you've ever had.

• Add in four ounces of cream cheese to make this dish extra creamy! 
• A fun idea is to make this into a chili cornbread casserole. You would need to add a cup of premade chili to the mixture. You’d have all that ground beef, tomato, and bean goodness combined with golden-brown cornbread. Mmm! 
• **Thanksgiving Hack: Easily make this casserole into Thanksgiving stuffing. All you need to do after it’s baked is crumble it up and put it in a decorative bowl for serving.

Can you make this cornbread casserole recipe in a crockpot? 

Yes, you can make cornbread casserole in a slow cooker! The low heat of the bowl will cook the dish in about three hours. You’ll need to spray the bowl with oil or use a removable crockpot bag otherwise the bread will stick to the bottom.

Can you turn this dish into a breakfast casserole?  

Cornbread casserole for breakfast?? Yes, please! Add in zucchini, mushrooms, yellow squash, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and possibly cooked ground sausage. The addition of plenty of vegetables will give you a hearty breakfast to start your day off right.

What kind of meat can you use in Cornbread Casserole?   

It’s easy to add protein to this dish. Hamburger is a beefy and delicious addition. You can also try some shredded chicken or ground sausage. Be sure to cook the beef and sausage separately in a pan and then add it into the casserole. This will give the meal more flavor and texture.

How to store:

If you have any leftover casserole, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. To reheat it, microwave in a bowl in 30-second increments until it’s heated all the way through. 

This is also a great casserole to freeze if you want to make it ahead of time and bake it later. The cooking time will increase if you bake it straight from the oven. Cover it with foil until the last 30 minutes so the top will brown.

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