Country Cornbread in Iron Skillet Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 50 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
🥖 Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Country Cornbread cooked to perfection in an Iron Skillet. With a crispy crust and a moist, fluffy interior, this cornbread recipe is a true comfort food classic. Share the warmth and goodness with your loved ones today!
📋 Recipe Category: Breads
🔍 Keywords: Vegetable, High In…, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Cornmeal |
| 2 | All-purpose flour |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 2 | Baking powder |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Margarine |
| 4 | Buttermilk |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 661.4
- Fat Content: 35.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7g
- Cholesterol Content: 77mg
- Sodium Content: 1121.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 72.5g
- Fiber Content: 4.1g
- Sugar Content: 8.3g
- Protein Content: 15.4g
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted margarine, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Heat a dry 12-inch cast iron skillet over high heat for 2 minutes.
- Add corn oil to the skillet, swirling it around to coat the bottom and sides evenly. Leave any excess oil in the pan.
- Return the skillet to high heat for an additional minute.
- Carefully pour the cornbread batter into the hot skillet, spreading it out evenly.
- Cook the cornbread over high heat until bubbles start to form in the center, indicating it’s time to bake.
- Remove the skillet from the stove and preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Bake the cornbread in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven and allow the cornbread to cool slightly.
- Serve the cornbread warm, either as a side dish or as a standalone treat. Enjoy the rustic flavors and comforting aroma!
This Country Cornbread in Iron Skillet recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family dinner or simply craving a cozy snack on a chilly evening. With its simple yet delicious ingredients and straightforward preparation, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the irresistible taste of homemade cornbread straight from the skillet!
