Garlic Spoon Bread

This is a different dish for garlic lovers.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup cornmeal
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 2  cups  shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1⁄4 cup butter or 1⁄4 cup margarine, softened
• 2  garlic cloves, crushed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup milk
• 5  egg yolks, beaten
• 1⁄2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 4  egg whites

Directions

1. Combine cornmeal and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened; remove from heat.
2. Add cheese, butter, garlic, and salt; stir until cheese melts. Gradually stir in milk. Add egg yolks, stirring well. Add the crumbled bacon, reserving a small amount for garnish; mix well.
3. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gently fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture.
4. Pour into a lightly greased 2 ½-quart soufflé dish.
5. Bake at 325°F for 65 minutes.
6. Sprinkle reserved bacon on top and serve immediately.