Cheesy Corn Humita Skillet
Fresh corn folded into a silky cheese sauce with roasted peppers and baked until golden—a modern, TikTok-friendly take on Argentina's beloved corn pie.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred, drained)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp white cheddar or provolone, shredded
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Melt butter in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the top and stir for 1 minute.
- 3
Pour in milk slowly while stirring to avoid lumps. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 4
Remove from heat. Stir in cheese, corn, and roasted peppers until fully combined and cheese melts.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture back into the skillet and smooth the top.
- 6
Bake until the top is golden and bubbling at the edges, 10–12 minutes. Garnish with basil if using.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
- chef's knife
- oven
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