Description
Easy Scalloped Corn is a creamy, comforting dish featuring sweet fresh corn kernels baked with smoked turkey bacon and melted plant-based cheese. This dish combines a smoky flavor and velvety texture with a golden, crunchy topping, perfect as a hearty side or cozy main for family dinners and holiday meals.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded plant-based cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (plant-based, gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces and cook them in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden, releasing smoky flavors to enrich the dish.
- Sauté Onions and Build the Sauce Base: Add plant-based butter to the same skillet and sauté the finely chopped onions until translucent. Stir in the flour to form a roux, then slowly whisk in the plant-based milk until the sauce thickens to a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Combine Corn and Seasonings: Mix the fresh corn kernels into the sauce, then add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), garlic powder (natural), and the natural gelling agent. Stir until evenly coated and heated through.
- Add Cheese and Bacon: Gently fold in the shredded plant-based cheese and crispy smoked turkey bacon, blending the flavors together harmoniously.
- Bake to Perfection: Transfer the mixture into a baking dish, sprinkle the plant-based panko breadcrumbs evenly on top, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbly. Allow to rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh corn kernels whenever possible for the best sweetness and texture.
- Ensure turkey bacon is cooked crisp for added texture and smoky flavor.
- Pour plant-based milk gradually while whisking to prevent lumps in the sauce.
- Use just enough natural gelling agent to set the sauce without making it too firm.
- Toast breadcrumbs lightly before topping to enhance crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: scalloped corn, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, creamy corn casserole, gluten free side dish, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
