Cheddar Cheese Spoon Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons chopped scallions

Preparation

In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil; add in salt and lower the heat to simmering.
Add in the cornmeal while stirring with a wire whisk; continue to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove pan from heat and whisk in pepper, butter, and milk.
When the mixture in smooth, add in the eggs and beat with a whisk.
Stir in the cheese and scallions.
Transfer mixture to a buttered 2-quart casserole.
Bake in a 400\u00b0 oven for 40 minutes or until a pick comes out clean.