Cornmeal Spoon Bread

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

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• Ready In: 1hr 5mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, plus extra for the dish
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2⁄3 cup yellow cornmeal
• 4 large eggs, separated

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°; butter a 2-quart casserole.
2. Combine the milk, 2 tablespoons butter, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
3. Bring to a boil and slowly add the cornmeal, stirring constantly.
4. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
6. With a fork, beat the egg yolks in a small bowl.
7. Add a small portion of the hot mixture to the eggs, and stir well.
8. Return the egg yolk mixture to the pan and mix well.
9. Beat the egg whites in a medium bowl until soft peaks form, then fold into the cornmeal mixture.
10. Transfer to the buttered casserole and bake for 35 minutes, or until firm.