Cheese Spoon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Grease a 2-quart souffle dish.
3. 3
   Warm milk over medium-low heat until hot.
4. 4
   Do not boil.
5. 5
   Gradually add cornmeal, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Blend in melted butter, baking powder and salt.
7. 7
   Cook until very smooth and thick.
8. 8
   Stir in cheese.
9. 9
   Beat yolks in a bowl until light.
10. 10
    Gradually stir yolks into cornmeal mixture.
11. 11
    Beat egg whites with cream of tartar and salt in a large bowl until stiff.
12. 12
    Fold into cornmeal and then pour into prepared souffle dish.
13. 13
    Bake until puffed and brown, about 40 minutes.
14. 14
    Serve immediately.