Virginia Spoon Bread Recipe
A classic, custardy cornmeal dish that’s soft, rich, and best served warm right out of the oven. ✨
Ingredients
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 cup milk, divided
• 1–2 tablespoons butter (for greasing)
Instructions
1️⃣Preheat the oven:
Place an 8-inch square baking dish or an 8-inch cast iron skillet in a cold oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C), allowing the pan to heat along with the oven.
2️⃣Prepare the cornmeal mixture:
In a mixing bowl, stir the cornmeal into the boiling water until smooth. Let it cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the salt.
3️⃣Mix the leavening:
In a small bowl, dissolve the baking powder in 3 tablespoons of the milk. Stir the baking powder mixture into the remaining milk, then combine with the cornmeal mixture. Stir until smooth and well blended.
4️⃣Bake the spoon bread:
Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven and butter it generously. Pour in the cornmeal mixture and smooth the top.
5️⃣Bake:
Return the dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the spoon bread is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Enjoy ✨
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