Easy Cornbread Recipe
Description:
This is the cornbread recipe that’s been passed down through generations in my family. It’s a timeless classic that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. With a hint of sweetness and a perfectly moist texture, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household too!
Recipe Category: Quick Breads 🍞
Keywords: Breads, High In…, < 60 Mins ⏱️
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 165.4
- Fat Content: 6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 30.7mg
- Sodium Content: 404.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.6g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 1.7g
- Protein Content: 4.3g
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Crisco shortening |
| 2 | Bacon grease |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 | Milk |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place 2 tablespoons of Crisco shortening or bacon grease into a 10-inch cast iron skillet, and let it melt in the oven as it preheats.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornmeal mix, and salt. Mix well until evenly distributed.
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Add Wet Ingredients:
- Crack an egg into the dry ingredients.
- Pour in the milk.
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Combine Batter:
- Mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overbeat; the batter should appear a little grainy.
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Incorporate Hot Grease:
- Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven.
- Pour the melted shortening or bacon grease from the skillet into the batter.
- Mix quickly; you’ll notice it sizzle and smoke slightly as it combines with the batter.
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Bake:
- Pour the batter into the hot skillet.
- Place the skillet back into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut the cornbread into wedges and serve warm with a generous slather of butter.
Enjoy your homemade Easy Cornbread with family and friends! It’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. 🌽🍞
