Cook the Book: Bayona Extra-Cheesy Spoon Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Cook the Book: Bayona Extra-Cheesy Spoon Bread
45 min.
8
384kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with Bayona Extra-Cheesy Spoon Bread! This vegetarian dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that will have your taste buds singing. Imagine the comforting aroma of sautéed garlic and onions wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this creamy, cheesy delight. With the perfect balance of rich flavors and textures, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this spoon bread serves up to 8 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy dinners. The captivating combination of cornmeal and melted white cheddar cheese creates a mouthwatering dish that's warm and satisfying. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile – serve it as a side dish, a main entrée, or even as a brunch centerpiece. Just grab a spoon and dig in!

This recipe is a celebration of comfort food at its best. The melt-in-your-mouth texture, along with the golden crust and cheesy topping, will have everyone going back for seconds. Whether you're looking to impress your guests or simply indulge yourself, Bayona Extra-Cheesy Spoon Bread will certainly become a favorite in your repertoire. So let's get cooking and bring this cheesy goodness to life!

Ingredients

  • servings breadcrumbs dry
  • 0.3 pound butter plus more for greasing cut in small pieces, (1 stick)
  • cup cornmeal 
  •  eggs separated
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cups milk 
  • small onion finely chopped
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • cup cheddar cheese white grated for topping

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter a 2-quart casserole or 8 individual ramekins and coat with bread crumbs. Shake out excess crumbs.
  2. Melt the butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add milk and bring almost to the boil.
  5. Whisk in cornmeal and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture has thickened, about 5 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool.
  7. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until they're stiff but still creamy.
  8. Beat the egg yolks into the cornmeal mixture, then fold in the egg whites, a third at a time. Fold in the cheese and pour into casserole or spoon into ramekins.

Nutrition Facts

Calories384kcal
Protein14.1%
Fat55.92%
Carbs29.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.06
Glycemic Load
11.16
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.553043474322%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.36kcal
19.22%
Fat:24.01g
36.93%
Saturated Fat:13.29g
83.05%
Carbohydrates:28.96g
9.65%
Net Carbohydrates:26.48g
9.63%
Sugar:7.31g
8.13%
Cholesterol:141.08mg
47.03%
Sodium:529.38mg
23.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.62g
27.24%
Phosphorus:299.78mg
29.98%
Calcium:288.63mg
28.86%
Selenium:17.07µg
24.39%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.41%
Vitamin B12:1.06µg
17.72%
Vitamin A:812.44IU
16.25%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.25%
Zinc:2.1mg
14%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.56%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.8%
Vitamin D:1.87µg
12.45%
Magnesium:48.01mg
12%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.55%
Fiber:2.48g
9.93%
Potassium:327.06mg
9.34%
Iron:1.52mg
8.45%
Folate:32.87µg
8.22%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.64%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.4%
Copper:0.1mg
5.06%
Vitamin K:2.51µg
2.39%
Vitamin C:0.88mg
1.07%