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Stav Kogan

Slow Cooker Poblano-Corn Spoonbread

A ridiculously moist, savory, and cheesy cornbread with the texture of a soufflé. Packed with sweet corn, a gentle kick from poblano peppers, and a melty Monterey Jack cheese topping, all made effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8 serving
Calories: 511

Ingredients
  

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 8.5-ounce / 241 g (8.5 oz) packages corn muffin mix
  • 1 14.75-ounce / 418 g (14.7 oz) can cream-style corn
  • 1 cup (165 g) fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk
  • 1 medium fresh poblano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (80 g) chopped sweet onion
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) (0.07 oz) ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup (57 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers
  • Feel free to customize the cheese. A sharp cheddar, Colby Jack, or a classic Mexican blend would all be delicious substitutes for the jalapeño Monterey Jack.
  • For easier prep, you can chop your poblano pepper and onion up to a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you're ready to mix the batter.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Generously coat the inside of a 3. 5 to 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the lightly beaten eggs, both packages of corn muffin mix, cream-style corn, corn kernels, milk, chopped poblano pepper, sweet onion, and ground cumin.
  3. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. Pour and Spread: Spoon the mixture into your prepared slow cooker and spread it into an even layer.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 hours. The spoonbread is done when a wooden skewer inserted near the center comes out clean.
  6. Add Cheese and Cool: Turn off the heat.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the hot spoonbread.
  8. Let it cool, uncovered, for about 45 minutes. The cheese will melt from the residual heat.
  9. Serve warm.
  10. When working with chile peppers, wear gloves to prevent the volatile oils from burning your skin. If you don't have gloves, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water immediately after handling.
  11. Don't overcook! The spoonbread should be moist and tender, like a firm pudding.
  12. Check for doneness at the 3-hour mark and adjust as needed for your specific slow cooker.

Nutrition

Calories: 511kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 16gFat: 16g

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