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Calico Corn Cakes Recipe

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Served with salsa on the side, these fluffy corn cakes from our Test Kitchan make a fantastic side for nearly any main dish, especially those with Southwestern flair. Try serving them with sour cream on the side for a little extra kick.

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Calico Corn Cakes Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 3-4 Servings

15 10 25

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
1/2 cup salsa

Directions

In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, oregano, baking powder, cumin, egg and milk just until combined. Fold in the corn, pimientos and onion mixture.
Heat a large skillet coated with cooking spray; drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet. Cook for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with salsa. Yield: 3 servings.

Originally published as Calico Corn Cakes in Simple & Delicious January/February 2008, p64

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Reviewed on May. 30, 2013 by Marilii

When I said it sounds wonderful, I had been reading posts where other folks improvised some of their own ingredients. I am glad this is a flexible recipe. The original way is the way I tried it and loved it. But now I want to add other ingredients to it, too.

Reviewed on May. 30, 2013 by Marilii

sounds wonderful! Can't wait to try it again.

Reviewed on May. 02, 2013 by jillibean222

I thought I'd try something a little different. Tasty and I love the color! Goes great with sour cream. The batter didn't go quite as far as I had hoped, next time I will double the recipe.

Reviewed on Oct. 07, 2012 by sarahns

LOVED these! I left out the green peppers by preference. The flavor was amazing and we will definitely make again!

Reviewed on Oct. 07, 2012 by sarahns

LOVED these! The flavor was amazing and we will definitely make again!

Reviewed on Nov. 07, 2011 by Grandma2kjm

I made these tonight to go with Black Bean Enchiladas & we loved them together! I used orange pepper not green. They were easy to make, tasted great & presented well in the meal. Served them with light sour cream & salsa. Will make again!!

Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2011 by maggieaw

Very good, unique recipe. I made them this morning for a savory breakfast- delish. Would also be great topped with an egg for a Huevos rancheros type meal. I ate mine with some spicy salsa and dollop or sour cream- heavenly! I would also serve these for dinner as a side dish or even how you serve corn bread. Thanks, nice "new to me" recipe!

Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2011 by revdoc1

I added chipotle and a tad more flour then made them in the Belgium Waffle Maker!! MAde a green chili & rotelle sauce... OMGosh!!!

Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2011 by Mamaorr

Very good side for a Mexican dish! They were easy to make and my picky kids loved them!

Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2011 by mtnmamaB&B

Wonderful. Have been making a similar recipe. We call them hoe cakes. Using Rotel, I think I like yours better. Add sliced black olives, a little sour cream, and shredded sharp cheddar.

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