Golden Spoon Bread

Golden Spoon Bread

Ingredients:
10 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 cups milk
4 large egg yolks
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large egg whites

Directions:
Thoroughly grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish. Place the cheddar in a small bowl and set aside. Scald the milk in the top of a double boiler. Meanwhile, beat the egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, then set them aside. When the milk is scalded, add the cornmeal very slowly, stirring constantly. Stir until the mixture thickens and becomes soft. Remove the top of the double boiler from the simmering water and slowly add the beaten egg yolks, stirring constantly. Mix in the grated cheese, butter, sugar, and salt. Beat the egg whites in a small bowl until rounded peaks form. Gently spread the beaten egg whites over the cornmeal mixture, then carefully fold together until just combined. Turn the mixture into the greased casserole dish. Bake at 375