Corn Recipes

Chinese shrimp balls (pai chiao hsia chiu) rolled in stale bread cubes and double-fried until shatteringly crisp. Served with Sichuan pepper-salt dip. 30 pieces.

Microwave rum cake with devil's food cake mix, rum-soaked layers, apricot preserves filling, and a glossy boiled frosting made from corn syrup and egg whites.

Upside-down apple pie with a caramelized brown sugar and pecan bottom that becomes the glossy top when flipped. Glazed and served warm with the nuts on display.

English muffins made with mashed potato for an open, springy crumb and chewy crust. Griddle them stovetop for the classic craggy nooks, or oven bake for a softer roll. Perfect for breakfast sandwiches.

Butterscotch-glazed apples in a crunchy oat crust, topped with whipped cream folded with crushed peanut brittle and orange zest. A no-bake filling pie that's equal parts cozy and fancy.

Layered cornbread casserole with corn chips, sour cream, chilies, cheddar, and olive-studded cornbread baked over the top. A Southwest potluck bake that comes together in 30 minutes.

Classic cornbread muffins with yellow cornmeal, lard, and just enough sugar for a lightly sweet crumb. A simple, old-fashioned recipe with six pantry staples.

Homemade date and nut candy roll coated in melted semi-sweet chocolate. Sugar, evaporated milk, and dates cook to soft-ball stage, then get shaped into logs with pecans and vanilla.

Southern gems muffins made with cornmeal, graham flour, and brown sugar for a sweet, hearty quick bread. A classic Southern recipe that bakes up golden in just 25 minutes.

Baked potatoes topped with a creamy ham, asparagus, and Swiss cheese sauce made with Dijon mustard and skim milk. A lighter loaded potato with real flavor.

Witches' hats Halloween treats made from crisp rice cereal, marshmallows, and chocolate, shaped into cones and dipped in melted semi-sweet chocolate. A fun no-bake project kids love.

Old-fashioned mincemeat-style fruit preserve with prunes, dried apples, and raisins simmered with corn syrup, vinegar, and warm spices. Meatless take on traditional mincemeat for pies and tarts.

Pumpkin swirl pie with a cream cheese layer, pumpkin pie spice, and a marbled top. Two fillings baked in one crust for a showstopping holiday dessert.

Cornmeal waffles topped with a chunky pinto bean chili: vegan, dairy-free and built on whole wheat flour, peppers and onions. Savory waffle dinner that cooks in 40 minutes flat.

Double peanut butter sandwich cookies with peanut butter in the dough and between two slices. A slice-and-bake cookie with freezable dough for make-ahead baking.

Crawfish corn maquechoux with sweet corn, bell peppers, onion, and tomato smothered in butter. A classic Cajun side dish loaded with crawfish tails for a true Louisiana one-pot meal.