Recipe of the Week
Are you looking for a delicious side dish that will be a hit at any barbecue, potluck, or dinner party? Look no further than bacon ranch corn! This flavorful dish is made with simple ingredients. The combination of creamy ranch dressing, crispy bacon bits, and sweet whole-kernel corn is simply irresistible.
Cut the prep time down by using real bacon bits that you can purchase in the salad topping section at the grocery store. Otherwise, you can use homemade bacon bits by frying up a few strips of bacon, but the prep and cooking time will increase.
Take it Up a Notch
If you want to take this dish up a notch, you can also add a few extra ingredients to the mix. Try stirring in some shredded cheddar cheese for a gooey, cheesy twist. Or add some diced jalapenos for a spicy kick. You can even swap out the ranch dressing for a different flavor, like chipotle or garlic, to switch things up.
Serving Bacon Ranch Corn
Once it is cooked and all mixed up, transfer it to a serving bowl and garnish with additional scallions and bacon bits. This dish is best served warm or at room temperature. So it’s easy to make ahead and bring to a party. It’s the perfect side dish for grilled meats, burgers, or even tacos. This refreshing dish will go with just about anything and it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of sweet corn, salty bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, it’s a flavor explosion in every bite. So next time you’re looking for a side dish that’s both easy and impressive, give this recipe a try!
Bacon Ranch Corn
Ingredients
- 1 can Whole Kernel Corn, drained
- 1 tsp butter
- 1 tsp Ranch Dressing
- bacon bits, for topping
- scallions, for topping
Instructions
- Open a can of corn and drain.
- Add corn and butter to skillet and turn on medium heat.
- Once butter is melted and corn is warmed, add the ranch dressing and stir in until incorporated and melted.
- turn off heat, then add the bacon bits and add scallions. Stir to incorporate throughly.