Easy Mexican Fiesta Street Corn Casserole Bake With Queso Fresco

Looking for a dish that captures the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine in a single bite? This Fiesta Corn Casserole with Queso Fresco is your answer.

Inspired by the classic street corn, this casserole brings together the creamy richness of sour cream and mayonnaise, the tangy zest of fresh lime, and a hint of spice, all topped off with crumbled queso fresco.

It's the perfect side for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family dinner, attending a potluck, or firing up the grill for a BBQ. Get ready to wow your guests with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish!

Calories: 289

Carbohydrates: 28g

Protein: 7g

Fat: 18g

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Serves 8

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What is Mexican Street Corn (Elote)?

Elote, also known as Mexican Street Corn, is a beloved street food from Mexico. It typically features a roasted corn cob coated in mayonnaise, spices, and crumbled cheese, served whole for a savory treat.

This Elote Casserole takes the classic flavors of Mexican Street Corn and transforms them into a mouthwatering, easy-to-make casserole that's perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients:

• 32 oz frozen corn, thawed
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1.5 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 5 oz queso fresco, grated or crumbled

For Garnish:

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Fresh lime juice, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350˚F.
2. In a large casserole dish, combine the thawed corn with mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and half of the queso fresco. Stir until everything is well mixed.
3. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the casserole is heated through and the edges begin to bubble.
4. Remove from the oven, then top with the remaining queso fresco. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.

Serve this dish alongside your favorite mains, and watch it become the star of your meal. The creamy, cheesy goodness with a kick of spice will leave everyone craving more!

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