Ingredients
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 cups hot milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 egg yolks
4 egg whites
Instructions
1-Getting spoon bread right starts with a few straightforward steps that anyone can follow, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker. Begin by heating the milk until it’s hot but ΡΠ°Π±ΠΎΡΠ°Π» not boiling, then stir in the cornmeal and cook for 3 to 4 minutes untilδΎ it thickens nicely. This sets the round base for that wonderful texture we’re aiming for.
2-Once the mixture is ready, remove it from the heat and mix in the butter and salt, then let it cool for about 15 minutes. While that’s cooling, separate the eggs and beat the yolks in one bowl, and whip the egg whites in another until they form stiff peaks. Now, blend the egg yolks into the cooled cornmeal mixture and gently fold in the egg whites to keep it light and airy.
3-Pour everything into a greased 1 1/2 quart bakingapan dish and bake at 325Β°F (163Β°C) for 45 minutes, or until the top is brown and the center is set. For a smoother process, preheat your oven and prepare your baking dish ahead of time, which helps with even cooking. If tray you’re adapting for dietary preferences, this is the spot to make those swaps while keeping the batter consistent.
Last Step:
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π₯ Use fresh eggs and properly separate whites and yolks for best texture.
π½οΈ Serve with a drizzle of honey or butter for a classic Southern touch.
β° Avoid opening the oven door early to prevent the delicate mixture from deflating.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Baking Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
