Creamy Corn Noodle Casserole Recipe 🍜
🛒 Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles 🍜
- 2 cans cream-style corn 🌽
- 1 can whole kernel corn, drained 🌽
- 1 cup sour cream 🥄
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 4 tbsp butter 🧈
- 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1 tsp onion powder 🧅
- Salt & black pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Noodles
➡️ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
➡️ Add the egg noodles and cook until just tender.
➡️ Drain the noodles well and place them into a greased baking dish.
🌽 Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Corn Mixture
➡️ In a large mixing bowl, combine:
- Cream-style corn
- Whole kernel corn
- Sour cream
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt & pepper
➡️ Stir everything together until smooth and creamy.
🧀 Step 3: Add Cheese Goodness
➡️ Mix in 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
➡️ Add melted butter and stir until fully combined.
➡️ The mixture should look rich, creamy, and cheesy 😍
🍲 Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
➡️ Pour the creamy corn mixture evenly over the cooked noodles.
➡️ Gently toss everything together so the noodles get coated well.
➡️ Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
🔥 Step 5: Bake
➡️ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
➡️ Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
➡️ The top should be melted and lightly golden 🧀✨
🌿 Step 6: Serve
➡️ Remove from the oven carefully.
➡️ Let it rest for 5 minutes.
➡️ Garnish with parsley and serve warm 🍽️💛
😋 Q & A
❓Can I add chicken?
✅ Yes! Shredded chicken makes it even heartier.
❓Can I use different cheese?
✅ Absolutely — mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Colby work great.
❓Can I make it ahead?
✅ Yes! Assemble it, refrigerate, and bake later.
🌟 Tips
✨ Add crispy bacon bits for extra flavor
✨ Sprinkle crushed crackers on top for crunch
✨ Serve with salad or roasted veggies for a complete meal 🥗