Hot Corn Dip
Submitted by Rich Williams (‘62)Ingredients:
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2 (15.25 oz.) cans whole kernel corn
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1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese (at room temperature)
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
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1/2 tsp. garlic powder
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1/2 tsp. chili powder
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Garnishes: sliced scallions, fresh jalapeño slices, or chopped cilantro
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To serve: carrot and celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers
Cooking Instructions:
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Prepare oven and pan:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 2.5-qt. casserole dish with cooking spray. -
Mix the dip together:
In a large bowl stir together corn, cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of the pepper jack cheese, garlic powder, and chili powder until evenly combined. -
Add dip to dish:
Pour the corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish.Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup pepper jack cheese and 1/4 cup cheddar cheese over the top. -
Bake the dip:
Bake in preheated oven, uncovered, for 25-35 minutes, until the edges bubble and just start to brown. Garnish with green onions, jalapeño slices, or cilantro, if using. -
Serve dip:
Serve hot with fresh cut vegetables, tortilla chips, or crackers.
How To Store Hot Corn Dip
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30- to 40-second intervals, stirring between each, until hot.