Cheese Grits And Corn Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup grits
3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 large egg yolks
3/4 cup pureed canned corn
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
3 large egg whites

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F.
Bring milk to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and,stirring constantly, add the grits in a slow steady stream.
Continue stirring until thick--about 25 minutes.
Transfer to a large bowl and cool slightly.
Stir cheese, yolks,and corn into grits.
Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add the remaining salt and the pepper.
Beat egg whites in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold egg whites,in thirds,into the corn mixture.
Fill 8 one-cup ramekins and place on baking sheet.
Bake until puffed-40 to 45 minutes.
Serve immediately.