Chili Cheese Spoon Bread
Warm, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, Chili Cheese Spoon Bread is the ultimate side dish that combines the fluffy texture of cornbread with a savory twist. This baked delight features a rich blend of hearty cornmeal, melted cheddar cheese, and mild diced green chiles, creating a dish that's equal parts creamy and flavorful. The secret to its airy, spoonable texture lies in tempering frothy eggs into the lightly spiced cornmeal mixture, ensuring a perfectly puffed finish every time. Ready in under an hour, this golden casserole is an ideal match for chili, barbecue, or a cozy weeknight meal. Top it off with sour cream or fresh cilantro for an added burst of freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 ounces Canned diced green chiles
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish or a medium-sized casserole dish.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cornmeal, milk, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted.
Allow the cornmeal mixture to cool slightly. Then, mix in the sugar, diced green chiles, and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Slowly temper the eggs by adding a little of the warm cornmeal mixture, a spoonful at a time, while whisking continuously. Once tempered, mix the eggs into the cornmeal mixture completely.
Stir in the baking powder until fully incorporated.
Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, and the spoon bread is set but still slightly soft in the center.
Allow the spoon bread to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.2 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.4 g | 277% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 805 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 3673 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.4 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 73.8 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 1392 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1152 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
