Food52
I host a big Thanksgiving spread each year for my local family and the friends I consider family. One of my friends contributes "Shoepeg Corn Casserole" every year, because it's one of her family's traditional dishes. It contains canned shoepeg corn and green beans in a tangy creamy sauce, topped with a layer of buttery crackers. I found a recipe that seems similar to what she brings (she's not much for sharing family recipes), and used it as inspiration: http://www.food.com/recipe/shoepeg-corn-casserole-4734 I used a homemade sour cream béchamel because I'm not a big fan of condensed soups. I also swapped the canned corn for frozen, and eliminated the green beans (odds are a green bean casserole will already be on the Thanksgiving table). I used smoked gouda as well as chives and thyme for extra flavor. A thick blanket of buttery cracker crumbs and a sprinkle of fresh herbs finish the dish. It's rich and delicious -- perfect fare for a celebratory meal.
