Description
This Shoepeg Corn Casserole is a creamy, savory dish packed with tender shoepeg corn, crisp French cut green beans, and flavorful vegetables like celery, onion, and bell pepper. Topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust, this casserole is perfect for family gatherings, holiday dinners, or potlucks. It’s a comforting side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can even stand alone as a hearty vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large stalk celery, diced
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (11 oz) can shoepeg or white corn, drained
- 1 (14 oz) can French cut green beans, drained
- 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of celery soup
- 8 oz sour cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced celery, onion, bell pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, drained shoepeg corn, green beans, cream of celery soup, and sour cream. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixed vegetables into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly into an even layer.
- Add the topping: Crush the Ritz crackers and sprinkle them evenly over the top of the casserole. Drizzle the melted butter over the crackers, making sure the topping is fully coated.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can assemble this casserole a day in advance. Store it covered in the refrigerator, and when ready to bake, allow it to come to room temperature for about 20-30 minutes before baking.
- Substitutions: Fresh or frozen vegetables can be used instead of canned. Just blanch fresh green beans and corn or thaw frozen ones before adding to the mixture.
- Variations: For a heartier casserole, try adding cooked chicken, turkey, or bacon. Vegetarians can swap regular cheese and sour cream for plant-based alternatives.