Luncheon Spoonbread

1. 1

   Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon; reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings. Crumble bacon; set aside.

2. 2

   Combine cornmeal and milk in a large mixing bowl; stir until mixture is the consistency of mush. Add bacon, onion, green pepper, and reserved bacon drippings, stirring well.

3. 3

   Beat egg yolks well; stir egg yolks and cheese into warm mixture.

4. 4

   Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until stiff peaks form; fold into cornmeal mixture. Spoon batter into 6 lightly greased 10-ounce custard cups. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.