Cheese Grits and Corn Pudding

Submitted by Barb G.

"This is a simplified version of this favorite side dish."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 354.88 ml milk
• 4.92 ml kosher salt
• 59.14 ml grits
• 177.44 ml grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 large egg yolks
• 177.44 ml pureed canned corn
• 1.23 ml fresh ground pepper
• 3 large egg whites

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Bring milk to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and,stirring constantly, add the grits in a slow steady stream.
4. Continue stirring until thick--about 25 minutes.
5. Transfer to a large bowl and cool slightly.
6. Stir cheese, yolks,and corn into grits.
7. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add the remaining salt and the pepper.
8. Beat egg whites in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
9. Gently fold egg whites,in thirds,into the corn mixture.
10. Fill 8 one-cup ramekins and place on baking sheet.
11. Bake until puffed-40 to 45 minutes.
12. Serve immediately.