This Spanish Corn Casserole is a comforting blend of sweet corn, crispy bacon, and just the right amount of spice. Topped with buttery cornbread crumbs, it bakes into a rich, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family meals or gatherings. Simple to make and full of Southern charm, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Spanish Corn Casserole
Serves 8
Ingredients
¼ pound bacon, cut into small pieces
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced onion
1/3 cup diced celery
½ stick margarine, melted
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons minced jalapenos
2 tablespoons pimentos
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
1 can cream style corn
2 cups corn bread muffin crumbs (1 box Jiffy’s)
1 cup grated cheddar cheese, optional
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°.
2. Brown bacon, bell pepper, onion and celery in a large skillet until tender crisp,
about 7-10 minutes.
3. Combine all ingredients except 1 cup of crumbs in a large bowl.
4. Mix well.
5. Pour into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
6. Top with remaining crumbs.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until nice and hot.