While already sublime as-is, you can easily amp up the flavor even more with some simple mix-ins. Crispy bacon bits, sauteed onions or peppers, a sprinkle of chili powder or smoked paprika – the options are endless for putting your signature spin on this cheesy corn masterpiece. A dash of hot sauce or pickapeppa sauce would also be divine for a little kick.

No matter how you dress it up, this cheddar corn is downright addictive. It makes a wonderfully indulgent side for all your favorite mains like chicken, steak, pork chops or meatloaf. But it’s also hearty and satisfying enough to be a full vegetarian meal on its own! I’ve definitely polished off a whole batch for dinner without regrets.

Since it’s also an ideal make-ahead dish, this cheesy corn bake is perfect for all your spring and summer potlucks, BBQs and backyard gatherings. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd. Simply combine everything right in your big crock pot insert, then let it slowly bubble away into cheesy bliss.

Whenever it’s done, the hardest part will be not devouring the whole thing straight out of the slow cooker! That gooey, melty cheesy corn is sure to disappear lightning fast once you let folks take a taste. They’ll come rushing back for seconds and thirds in no time at all.

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