The last time I made this for a block party and everyone couldn’t help but get seconds
Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of Shoepeg Casserole, a mouthwatering dish that brings together a medley of flavors and textures. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the step-by-step process of crafting this delectable casserole, ensuring a delightful experience for your taste buds.
Ingredients:
Create magic with the following ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shoepeg corn, drained | 1 can (11 ounces) |
| Condensed cream of celery soup | 1 can |
| Green beans, drained | 1 can (11 ounces) |
| Chopped onion | 1/2 |
| Chopped celery stalk | 1 |
| Chopped bell pepper | 1/2 |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | ½ cup |
| Sour cream | 8 ounces |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Crushed Ritz crackers | 1 sleeve |
| Melted butter | ½ cup |
Instructions:
Preparing the Canvas
- Preheat Your Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 baking dish.
Building Flavor Layers
- Mix and Mingle: In a large bowl, combine shoepeg corn, cream of celery soup, green beans, onion, celery stalk, and bell pepper.
- Cheesy Symphony: Add shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream, blending until a harmonious mixture forms.
- Season to Perfection: Sprinkle salt and pepper, adjusting for the salt in the condensed soup.
Assembly
- Transfer with Care: Spread the mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
Crispy Finale
- Cracker Crush: In a separate bowl, crush Ritz crackers into fine crumbs.
- Buttery Elegance: Pour melted butter over the cracker crumbs, ensuring an even coating.
- Top it Off: Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs evenly on the casserole.
Baking
- Bake to Golden Glory: Place the dish in the preheated oven, baking for around 40 minutes until the casserole is golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.
