My Mother's Spoon Bread Recipe

This treasured family recipe, passed down from Margaret Cousins Matteson of Oxford, NC, creates the most amazing spoon bread! Incredibly moist and flavorful, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Leftovers? Pan-fry them in butter and drizzle with molasses for a truly unforgettable treat. Get ready to experience the taste of Southern comfort food at its finest!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 278.1 kcal

Protein 23g

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Ingredients for My Mother's Spoon Bread

1 cup yellow cornmeal
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
4 large eggs, separated
4 large egg whites
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
4 large egg yolks

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How to Make My Mother's Spoon Bread

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 4 cups water, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir.
In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks until light and fluffy. Whisk in 1 cup milk and 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter. Gently pour this mixture into the cornmeal mixture, stirring until combined.
In a separate clean bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 2-quart soufflé dish or casserole dish. Pour the batter into the prepared dish.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

Fat

33g

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Breakfast American Southern United States Easy Dietary Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Brunch 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Mother's Spoon Bread?

My Mother's Spoon Bread takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Mother's Spoon Bread?

My Mother's Spoon Bread has approximately 278.1 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Mother's Spoon Bread?

The key ingredients for My Mother's Spoon Bread are White Cornmeal, Cold Water, Salt, Milk, Eggs, Egg White. See the full list with measurements above.