Description
Discover an easy and creamy scalloped corn recipe featuring a velvety plant-based cheese sauce, crispy smoked turkey bacon, and flavorful natural seasonings. This comforting side dish is quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or celebrations, offering a rich, savory taste with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded (plant-based)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent (e.g., pectin, agar)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or thyme), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces. Shuck fresh corn and remove kernels, or use thawed frozen corn. Shred or crumble the plant-based cheese to prepare for melting.
- Sauté Flavor Base: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant. Add turkey bacon pieces and cook until crispy, infusing the mixture with smoky flavor.
- Mix the Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together plant-based milk and the natural gelling agent until smooth. Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and shredded plant-based cheese. Season with salt and pepper. The sauce should be pourable yet rich enough to coat the corn.
- Combine Corn and Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine corn kernels, sautéed onion, garlic, turkey bacon, and the creamy sauce. Fold in fresh herbs for added aroma and color, taking care not to crush the corn.
- Bake to Perfection: Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden on top and bubbling with a thickened sauce. Let cool a few minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Use fresh corn when in season for best sweetness and texture.
- Stir gently to keep corn kernels intact and maintain their pop.
- Sauté bacon and aromatics thoroughly to build deep, rich flavor.
- Adjust creaminess by adding more plant-based milk or cheese as desired before baking.
- Allow the dish to rest slightly before serving to help it set for easier serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: scalloped corn, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, creamy side dish, vegetarian casserole, easy corn recipe, gluten free side
