Ingredients

3 tablespoons salted butter, plus more for pan and serving 

2 cups water 

1 cup yellow cornmeal 

1 teaspoon salt 

3 large eggs 

1 cup whole milk 

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly butter a 6-cup soufflé dish or casserole; set aside. Place 2 cups water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil. Slowly add cornmeal, stirring constantly until thick and smooth. Remove from heat. Add butter and salt, and let stand until lukewarm. Add eggs and milk. Beat for 2 minutes, then pour into prepared baking dish. Bake until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Serve hot with butter.