Corn and Tomato Gratin with Basil Recipe

Name: Corn and Tomato Gratin with Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups chopped onions; 5 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 7 ears); 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 2 1/2 cups half and half; 3 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 2 cups diced seeded tomatoes, drained; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add chopped onions to skillet.
4
Saute until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes.
5
Add corn kernels and saute until cooked through, about 6 minutes.
6
Stir in ground nutmeg.
7
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Cool.
9
Spray 2-quart glass baking dish with nonstick vegetable oil spray.
10
Combine half and half, eggs, egg whites and hot pepper sauce in large bowl and whisk to blend.
11
Stir corn mixture into custard.
12
Pour into prepared dish.
13
Bake until custard is set, about 30 minutes.
14
Remove gratin from oven.
15
Season tomatoes with salt and pepper.
16
Sprinkle evenly over gratin.
17
Bake until tomatoes are heated through, about 8 minutes.
18
Sprinkle with basil and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 cups chopped onions, 5 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 7 ears), 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Corn and Tomato Gratin with Basil falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Corn and Tomato Gratin with Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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