Absaroka Corn Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F Butter a 3 quart souffle or baking dish.
2. 2
   In the bowl of a food processor, combine 2 c corn and the melted butter.
3. 3
   Pulse on and off until well mixed.
4. 4
   Transfer to a large bowl and add egg yolks and sour cream; combine well.
5. 5
   Fold in remaining 2 cups corn.
6. 6
   In a medium bowl, combine the cheese, cormeal, chiles, and garlic and season to taste with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Stir the cheese mixture into the corn mixture until blended.
8. 8
   In another medium bowl, beat egg whites with an electri mixer on high until stiff peaks form.
9. 9
   fold egg whites into the corn puding.
10. 10
    Spoon into the prepared dish and bake for 1 hour, or until golden brown.