Colonial Williamsburg's Spoon Bread

Colonial Williamsburg's Spoon Bread


1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/ cups cornmeal
3 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 Tablespoon butter
4 eggs well beaten
1 Tablespoon baking powder

Preheat oven to 375. Combine cornmeal, salt,and sugar in mixing bowl. Add boiling water to mixture along with butter. Mix for about 5 minutes, using a whip or mixer. Add milk and eggs, continue to mix for about 5 minutes. Allow to cool a little. Then add baking powder. Place mixture in lightly greased 2 quart casserole and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Serve hot.