Indulge in a slice of history with this timeless Olde Tavern Spoon Bread recipe

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Indulge in a slice of history with this timeless Olde Tavern Spoon Bread recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 14, 2024

Step back in time with this traditional Olde Tavern Spoon Bread recipe that has been passed down through generations. Made with simple ingredients, this dish is perfect for cozy nights in or special gatherings with loved ones. The melt-in-your-mouth texture and creamy corn flavor will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornmeal, boiling water, and salt. Let it cool.
  3. Stir in butter, milk, eggs, and sugar.
  4. Pour mixture into a greased baking dish.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set.
  6. Serve hot with butter or honey.

Interesting Facts

  • Spoon bread originated in the American South during the colonial period.
  • The name 'spoon bread' comes from the fact that the dish is so soft it must be served and eaten with a spoon.