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Corn Pudding with Mushrooms and Ham

Creamy Corn Pudding with Mushrooms and Ham for Cozy Evenings

A delightful Corn Pudding with Mushrooms and Ham that offers comfort and nostalgia, perfect as a side or main dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Corn frozen corn is a handy substitute
  • 2 cups Mushrooms any variety you prefer
  • 1 cup Diced ham consider smoked tempeh for a vegetarian twist
  • 4 large Eggs aquafaba can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1 cup Milk use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Butter use a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper add crushed red pepper for heat if desired
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese try using a dairy-free cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped green onions scallions can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch greased baking dish.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 eggs and 1 cup of milk. Incorporate 2 cups of corn, sautéed mushrooms, and 1 cup of diced ham, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Add additional salt and pepper to taste, then fold in any optional ingredients like cheddar cheese or green onions.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and edges are puffy, ensuring a creamy center.
  7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated, then baked fresh on the day of serving.

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