Southern Spoon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In medium saucepan, gradually stir in cornmeal and salt into boiling water.
2. 2
   Cook over medium flame, stirring constantly until thick.
3. 3
   Add butter and milk; beat until smooth.
4. 4
   Let cool to room temperature.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; set aside. Using same beaters, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored. Stir egg yolks and baking powder into cornmeal mixture, mixing well.
6. 6
   Gently fold in egg whites until well combined.
7. 7
   Pour into a greased 2-quart casserole.
8. 8
   Bake in a preheated 375° gas oven for 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
9. 9
   To serve, spoon from casserole and serve hot with butter.
10. 10
    Yield:
11. 11
    8 servings.