Bake this irresistible Old Virginia Spoon Bread at home. Made with boiling water, meal, eggs and butter. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Old Virginia Spoon Bread relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as boiling water, self-rising corn meal, eggs, separated and butter or margarine. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1415 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026