Spoon Bread a La Scharf Family Recipe

Name: Spoon Bread a La Scharf Family
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large onions, in 1/2-inch slices; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 1 cup cream-style cottage cheese; 1 cup sour cream; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon fresh fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar; cottage cheese, garnish; sour cream, garnish; sugar, garnish

Servings: persons

3 large onions, in 1/2-inch slices
6 tablespoons butter
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
3 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
cottage cheese, garnish
sour cream, garnish
sugar, garnish

1
Heat oven to 375F.
2
Butter a 2 quart baking dish.
3
Add 4 Tablespoons of butter to large saute pan add onions.
4
Saute for about 15 minutes until golden, not too brown.
5
In a large bowl add cornmeal and moisten with hot water until all the meal is moist but not too wet.
6
In a smaller bowl beat the eggs together then add to cornmeal.
7
Add the sauteed onions with butter, sour cream, cottage cheese, salt, pepper and sugar.
8
Combine all those ingredients together.
9
Mix well.
10
If it still looks dry add the rest of butter or some extra sour cream.
11
Put it into a buttered & covered baking dish and bake for 45 minutes; remove cover and brown on top, about 10-15 minutes.
12
Watch it so it does not burn.
13
Spoon bread will be brown and crusty on the outside and soft creamy inside.
14
Serve with sugar, sour cream & cottage cheese or savory with more black pepper and if desired more salt.
15
ENJOY!

575

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Protein

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* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large onions, in 1/2-inch slices, 6 tablespoons butter, 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1 cup cream-style cottage cheese, and more.

Yes, Spoon Bread a La Scharf Family 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!

Spoon Bread a La Scharf Family

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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