GorditasAndrea Chu
This customizable dinner is made to be deconstructed. Set out the fillings, and let the kids assemble their own at the table.
Recipe information
Total Time
45 minutes
Yield
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1 8.25-ounce can creamed corn
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup queso añejo (or Jack cheese)
Filling of choice:
Shredded rotisserie chicken (or cooked pork), beans, shredded lettuce, extra cheese, chopped tomatoes, sliced radish, sour cream, guacamole
Preparation
Step 1
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
Step 2
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn, salt, and 1/2 cup water. Whisk in the cornmeal and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
3. Add the butter and cheese, stirring to combine. Remove from heat.
Step 4
4. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin. Divide the corn mixture evenly among the cups, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides to create cups.
Step 5
5. Bake until crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then turn the corn cups out of the tin.
Step 6
6. Stuff them with the fillings of your choice and serve.
