Indian Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375 degrees.
2. 2
   Butter shallow 2-quart baking dish.
3. 3
   Combine milk and cornmeal in large saucepan.
4. 4
   Bring to boil, whisking; reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from heat and whisk in molasses, flour and seasonings, then yolks.
6. 6
   (Can be made ahead.
7. 7
   Cover and let stand at room temperature up to 1 hour.)
8. 8
   Whisk in baking powder.
9. 9
   Beat egg whites in large mixer bowl to soft peeks.
10. 10
    Fold egg whites into cornmeal mixture.
11. 11
    Pour into prepared dish.
12. 12
    Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until center is just set.
13. 13
    Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and maple syrup.