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Virginia Spoon Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Virginia Spoon Bread is a classic Southern comfort dish characterized by its soft, airy texture that sits between cornbread and pudding. Made from a creamy cornmeal base enriched with milk, butter, and eggs, this warm and comforting side is perfect for serving alongside hearty meals and is best enjoyed with a spoon.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 eggs (separated)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  2. Simmer Liquid Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine milk, water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium until the mixture begins to simmer gently.
  3. Cook Cornmeal: Gradually whisk in the cornmeal to the simmering liquid, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
  4. Cool Slightly: Remove the pan from the heat and allow the cornmeal mixture to cool slightly to prevent cooking the egg yolks on contact.
  5. Add Egg Yolks: Beat the egg yolks lightly and stir them into the warm cornmeal mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Beat Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, creating a light and airy texture.
  7. Fold Egg Whites: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cornmeal batter to maintain airiness, ensuring a soft and tender final texture.
  8. Bake: Pour the combined batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the mixture is set and lightly golden on top.
  9. Serve: Serve the spoon bread warm with a spoon, enjoying its creamy, scoopable texture.

Notes

  • The texture should be soft and scoopable, not firm enough to slice.
  • For a savory twist, add shredded cheese to the batter before baking.
  • Best served fresh from the oven to enjoy its optimal creaminess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern / American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/virginia-spoon-bread-recipe/