Southern Spoon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Pour 4 cups milk in the top of a double boiler.
3. 3
   Add 1 teaspoon salt.
4. 4
   Bring to a simmer but do not boil. Add cornmeal, stirring slowly and constantly.
5. 5
   Continue stirring until the mixture takes on a light consistency.
6. 6
   Add butter.
7. 7
   Stir until melted, then stir in eggs.
8. 8
   Allow mixture to come to a simmer, then remove from the heat.
9. 9
   Stir vigorously, then pour into a well-buttered 2-quart souffle dish.
10. 10
    Place in oven for 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Lower heat to between 400° and 425° and bake another 20 minutes.
12. 12
    Test with a straw.
13. 13
    If center is not firm, give it another 5 minutes.
14. 14
    Serve immediately.