Cheesy Shoepeg Corn Casserole with Ritz Cracker Topping
This comforting casserole combines tender shoepeg corn and French-style green beans in a creamy, cheesy base made with condensed cream of celery soup and sour cream. Fresh vegetables like celery, onion, and red bell pepper add texture and flavor, while a golden Ritz cracker topping provides the perfect crunchy contrast. It's an ideal side dish for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings when you need something hearty and crowd-pleasing that can be prepared ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 1 large stalk celery, diced
- ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 11 ounce can of shoepeg corn, drainedregular corn kernels1:1budget
similar texture
- 14 ounce can of French-style green beans, drained
- 10 ¾ ounce can of condensed cream of celery soupcream of mushroom soup1:1flavor
different base flavor
- 8 ounces sour cream
- salt and pepper, to taste(optional)
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushedpanko breadcrumbs1:1textureadds gluten
crunchier topping
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish
- 2
Combine chopped celery, onion, red pepper, shredded cheese, drained corn, green beans, cream of celery soup, and sour cream in a large mixing bowl
- 3
Stir everything together until well blended and season with salt and pepper to taste
- 4
Spread mixture evenly in the greased dish
- 5
Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter
- 6
Bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly
Tips
Drain corn and green beans thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole
Crush crackers in the sleeve by rolling with a rolling pin for even pieces
Let casserole rest 5 minutes after baking for easier serving
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered up to 3 days
Assemble without crackers up to 1 day ahead, add topping before baking
Serve hot as a side dish with main courses
Common Mistakes
Drain vegetables thoroughly to avoid watery texture
Don't overbake or crackers will burn
Substitutions
similar texture
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the casserole without the cracker topping and refrigerate up to 1 day. Add crackers and butter just before baking.
What if I don't have shoepeg corn?
Regular corn kernels work perfectly as a substitute with the same texture and sweetness.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.