Cheddar Cheese Spoon Bread

From Gooseberry Patch Celebrate Autumn.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄4 cups water
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  cup cornmeal
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1  cup  whole milk
• 4  large eggs, beaten
• 1 1⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3  tablespoons  chopped scallions

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil; add in salt and lower the heat to simmering.
2. Add in the cornmeal while stirring with a wire whisk; continue to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Remove pan from heat and whisk in pepper, butter, and milk.
4. When the mixture in smooth, add in the eggs and beat with a whisk.
5. Stir in the cheese and scallions.
6. Transfer mixture to a buttered 2-quart casserole.
7. Bake in a 400° oven for 40 minutes or until a pick comes out clean.