Skillet Cornbread
Description:
This skillet cornbread recipe is a staple in my kitchen, especially during the holiday season when I prepare my famous cornbread dressing. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with classic holiday sides like baked ham, yams, and green beans. The beauty of this recipe is its make-ahead nature; I often prepare the cornbread in advance and freeze it in wedges until I’m ready to use it in my dressing recipe. But don’t limit yourself to just using it for dressing; it’s delicious served fresh out of the oven too!
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 304.1
- Fat Content: 10.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 53.9mg
- Sodium Content: 1047.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 44.7g
- Fiber Content: 3.5g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 9.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | White cornmeal |
| 3/4 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 3/4 cups | Buttermilk |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/4 cup | Vegetable shortening |
| 1 tbsp | Bacon grease |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients (white cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt) and mix well.
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In another bowl, combine the buttermilk and egg, beating until well blended. Then, add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is thoroughly blended.
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Place the vegetable shortening and bacon grease in a 9-inch iron skillet and heat until the shortening melts.
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Carefully pour the hot fats into the batter, stirring well to incorporate. Then, pour the batter back into the skillet.
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Bake in the preheated oven until the cornbread is golden brown, about 20 minutes.
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To serve, turn the skillet upside down onto a large plate, remove the skillet, and cut the cornbread into wedges.
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For preparing cornbread dressing, allow the cornbread to cool completely, cut it into wedges, and freeze until ready to use in the recipe. Defrost before continuing with your dressing recipe.
This skillet cornbread recipe is a delightful addition to any meal, whether you’re celebrating the holidays or simply craving a comforting side dish. Enjoy its golden crust and tender crumb with your favorite savory dishes! 🌽🍞
