Southern Spoon Bread by Eula Gibson
Discover the irresistible comfort of Southern Spoon Bread by Eula Gibson, a timeless Southern classic that’s equal parts soft, creamy, and flavorful. This delightful dish combines simple pantry staples like cornmeal, milk, butter, and eggs to create a luscious, custard-like bread that practically melts in your mouth. With its light, airy texture and a hint of sweetness, this spoon bread is baked to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Ideal as a side for hearty meals or served warm with honey or butter, it’s a versatile Southern favorite that charms at every table. Perfect for brunches, family dinners, or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become your go-to comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 large eggs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the cornmeal, 2 cups of the milk, butter, sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of milk and the eggs until smooth. Gradually add this mixture into the slightly cooled cornmeal mixture, stirring until well combined.
Step 4
Stir in the baking powder, ensuring it is evenly distributed. The batter will have a light and creamy consistency.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the spoon bread is golden-brown on top and set in the center.
Step 6
Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon bread is best served warm and pairs perfectly with butter or honey.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1150.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1654.9 |
| Total Fat 60.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 689.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3917.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 224.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.8g | |
| Protein 57.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 449.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1009.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1639.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories