Holiday Corn Custard

1. 1

   Butter a deep casserole dish.

2. 2

   Combine butter, half and half, and eggs.

3. 3

   Beat until blended.

4. 4

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Put grated cheese and corn into the casserole dish and toss to mix.

6. 6

   Pour the butter, cream and egg mixture over the cheese and corn mixture.

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   The liquid should completely cover the solid.

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   If it does not, add whole milk or half-and-half until you have sufficient liquid.

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   Sprinkle nutmeg on the top if you like.

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    Put the uncovered casserole in a 350 degree oven.

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    If at any time during the baking, the top gets too brown, cover with aluminum foil.

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    Bake for one hour.

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    If you begin with frozen corn, it will take another half hour for the custard to set properly.

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    It's done when the outer edges are brown and the center is firm when the dish is jiggled.

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