Active Time

　　15 minutes

　　Total Time

　　45 minutes

　　This customizable dinner is made to be deconstructed. Set out the fillings, and let the kids assemble their own at the table.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

　　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

　　

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.