Maple Bourbon Corn Gratin
The sweetness from the maple syrup and the tang from bourbon makes this cheesy corn dish shine
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels, cooked
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened, regular or low fat
- 1 cup milk, whole or low fat
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 large eggs
- 4 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1/4 cup real maple syrup
- 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Put cream cheese, cornmeal, salt and pepper in a large bowl and stir to combine
- Stir in corn
- Beat eggs and combine with milk, butter, bourbon*, and maple syrup
- Add egg mixture to corn mixture and stir in cheese
- Turn out into a greased shallow casserole dish {can be refrigerated at this point for baking later if desired}
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until set and golden
Notes
* Make a substitute for bourbon by using 1/4 cup of milk or water mixed with 1/2 tsp vanilla and 1/2 tsp almond extractÂ