BAKED CREAM CORN

BAKED CREAM CORN 6 slices bacon, chopped Cooking spray 3 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cup shredded Cheddar 1 jalapeño, minced 1 Tbsp. sugar 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup melted butter 1 cup milk kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; drain. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Add corn, flour, 1 1/2 cups cheddar, jalapeño, sugar, cooked bacon, beaten eggs, melted butter, and milk. Season generously with salt and pepper and mix together until combined. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar. Bake 1 hour, then let cool 20 minutes to firm up.