Indian Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In 2-quart saucepan, combine the cornmeal, 3 cups of milk, salt and 1 tablespoon of butter.
2. 2
   Heat slowly to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. 3
   Remove from heat combine the eggs, brown sugar, molasses, remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, cinnamon, and ginger.
4. 4
   Add to the cornmeal mixture with the raisins and 1 cup of milk.
5. 5
   Pour into greased 2-quart baking dish.
6. 6
   Bake at 300F degrees, stirring every 30 minutes for 2 hours.
7. 7
   stir in 1 more cup of milk halfway through the baking time.
8. 8
   At the end of 2 hours, stop stirring.
9. 9
   Turn the oven off and let the pudding sit for about 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Serve warm topped with whipped cream or ice cream.