🌽🧀 Introducing Greek Cornbread! 🧀🌽 This delightful twist on traditional cornbread brings the flavors of Greece to your table, with the savory richness of feta cheese perfectly complemented by the subtle sweetness of grated squash. 🇬🇷✨ This recipe is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser for potluck gatherings. Let’s dive into the details of this mouthwatering creation!
Greek Cornbread Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 10-12 pieces of cornbread
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups cornmeal
- 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 4 eggs
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup grated squash
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). 🌡️
- Grease and flour a 9x13x2-inch baking pan, ensuring the cornbread won’t stick. 🍶✨
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, and sugar, mixing them thoroughly. 🥣
- In another bowl, whisk together the grated squash, eggs, cottage cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and milk until well blended. 🍳🧀
- Gradually add the cornmeal mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until everything is incorporated and you have a smooth batter. 🥄💫
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. 🍰
- Dot the top of the batter with small pieces of butter, ensuring a golden and flavorful crust. 🧈
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cornbread is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. ⏳🔥
- Remove from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy the irresistible aroma and taste of this Greek-inspired delight! 🍽️🎉
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 332.8
- Fat: 18.5g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 114.5mg
- Sodium: 500.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.6g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 6.1g
- Protein: 11.6g
👩🍳 Whether you’re craving a comforting side dish for a cozy dinner or looking to impress guests with a unique and flavorful bread option, Greek Cornbread is sure to be a hit! Its moist texture, tangy feta cheese, and subtle sweetness from the squash elevate this dish to new heights of culinary delight. So why wait? Gather your ingredients and let’s get baking! Your taste buds will thank you. 🌟
