Description
Michael Symon’s pork corn pudding delivers comfort through creamy Midwestern flavors. Southern kitchens embrace this rich side dish with warm, hearty ingredients that delight dinner companions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 (15 oz) cans creamed corn
- 3 (8 oz) boxes cornbread mix
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups sour cream
- 8 oz mascarpone
- 12 tbsps (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter
- Unsalted butter (for Dutch oven)
- ½ cup scallions (sliced, green and white parts)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Grill Preparation: Configure grill for indirect heat by clustering hot coals on one side of charcoal grill or setting one gas grill section to medium-high (350°F/175°C).
- Mixture Creation: Whisk creamed corn, cornbread mix, eggs, whole corn kernels, sour cream, and scallions in a large mixing bowl until completely blended, creating a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Dairy Incorporation: Gently melt butter and mascarpone cheese in a small saucepan over low heat, then carefully fold into corn mixture, seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper until thoroughly integrated.
- Baking Vessel Preparation: Generously butter a cast-iron Dutch oven, ensuring complete interior coverage, then pour corn mixture into the dish, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Grilling Process: Position Dutch oven on the cooler side of preheated grill, covering with a tight lid to maintain consistent temperature and promote even cooking.
- Finishing Touch: Bake for 50-65 minutes, monitoring until the surface transforms to a rich golden brown and the center becomes firm when gently nudged, signaling perfect doneness.
Notes
- Butter Browning Technique: Melt butter and mascarpone slowly over low heat to prevent burning and ensure smooth, even integration.
- Mixing Magic: Whisk ingredients vigorously to create a uniform texture and incorporate air for a lighter, fluffier pudding.
- Grill Positioning Perfection: Use indirect heat to cook evenly, preventing burning and allowing gentle, consistent cooking throughout.
- Doneness Test: Check for a golden-brown surface and a firm center by gently shaking the Dutch oven to confirm proper cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg