Fresh-Herbed Spoon Bread Recipe

Name: Fresh-Herbed Spoon Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 4 cups water; 2 teaspoons or a bit more kosher or other coarse salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly group pepper; 1 1/2 cups yellow corn meal (preferably stone ground); 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 7 eggs, well beaten; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh or defrosted frozen is fine. Do not use canned); 1 cup chopped fresh basil, parsley, chives, tarragon or mixture

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, chopped
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large clove garlic, minced
4 cups water
2 teaspoons or a bit more kosher or other coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly group pepper
1 1/2 cups yellow corn meal (preferably stone ground)
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
7 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh or defrosted frozen is fine. Do not use canned)
1 cup chopped fresh basil, parsley, chives, tarragon or mixture

1
Butter a baking pan, approximately 10x14 and set aside. Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
In a heavy 2 quart saucepan, saute the onion with the butter for 3 minutes or so. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the onions begin to color. Add the water, salt and pepper and simmer for 2 minutes.
3
Slowly add the cornmeal whisking to ensure that no lumps form. Cook, stirring constantly over low heat until very thick, about 3 minutes.
4
Off the heat, add the buttermilk, then the eggs, then the cream, corn, and fresh herbs.
5
Bake in the preheated oven about an hour or a bit more until the spoon bread is just set and the top has browned.
6
Let rest about 10 minutes before serving. The dish can wait for up to an hour in a 140 degrees oven or be baked ahead and reheated at 350F.

1437

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large clove garlic, minced, 4 cups water, and more.

Yes, Fresh-Herbed Spoon Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh-Herbed Spoon Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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