Best Indian Pudding Ever

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
2. 2
   Grease a shallow, 9x13-inch casserole dish.
3. 3
   Heat the milk in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
4. 4
   Slowly sprinkle in the cornmeal, whisking as you do so.
5. 5
   Switch to a wooden spoon and continue to cook and stir for about 10 minutes, until the mixture has thickened.
6. 6
   Reduce the heat, add the maple syrup, raisins, butter, molasses, cinnamon, ginger, and salt, and stir for another minute or two.
7. 7
   Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 2 1/2 hours.
8. 8
   Serve warm, with plenty of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.