Christiana Campbell's Tavern Spoon Bread
Experience a taste of colonial history with Christiana Campbell's Tavern Spoon Bread, a creamy and rich Southern classic that combines the comforting textures of a pudding with the flavor of freshly baked cornbread. Made with simple pantry staples like cornmeal, milk, butter, eggs, and a touch of sugar, this traditional recipe is baked to golden perfection, creating a soufflé-like dish that’s both light and satisfying. Perfect as a side dish for hearty meals or as a stand-alone comfort food, this spoon bread is best served warm, scooped straight from the dish for a family-style presentation. Whether you're channeling the charm of Colonial Williamsburg or simply craving something nostalgic, this easy-to-make recipe will bring warmth and history to your table.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 2.5 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish (approximately 9x9 inches or an equivalent size).
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal to prevent lumps from forming. Continue stirring over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter, sugar, and salt. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy and light. Gradually fold the eggs into the slightly cooled cornmeal mixture until well combined.
Step 5
Add the baking powder to the mixture and mix gently but thoroughly.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the spoon bread is puffed and golden brown on top.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon bread is best served warm, scooped directly from the dish with a spoon.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1042.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1695.5 |
| Total Fat 69.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 711.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3943.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 218.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.9g | |
| Protein 53.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 398.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 859.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1452.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories