Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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14
servings
0.75 cup

yellow corn meal

0.75 cup

flour

2 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

baking powder

1 tsp

salt

0.25 cup

salad oil

0.5 unit

red bell pepper

diced

2 unit

green onions

thinly sliced

8.63 unit

cream-style corn

0.5 cup

milk

1 unit

egg

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Grease a 14 corn stick mold pan very well.

Step 3
~2 min

Place the greased corn stick pan in the oven while preparing the batter to preheat it.

Step 4
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~2 min

Heat salad oil in a small skillet.

Step 6
~2 min

Add diced red bell pepper and thinly sliced green onions to the skillet and cook until tender.

Step 7
~2 min

Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Stir in cream-style corn and milk into the cooked vegetables.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the egg and mix until well combined.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just blended; do not overmix.

Step 11
~2 min

Spoon the batter into the preheated corn stick molds, filling each mold evenly.

Step 12
~2 min

Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 13
~2 min

Cool the corn sticks in the molds on a wire rack for 5 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Carefully remove the corn sticks from the molds.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter.

Mix in cooked bacon bits for added flavor.

Use a preheated corn stick pan for a crispier crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be prepared 1 hour in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with butter and honey.

Pair with BBQ or chili.

Serve as a side dish for pot roast.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pulled Pork
Chili
BBQ Ribs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Common at fairs and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

County Fairs
Thanksgiving
Summer Picnics

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Picnic
Party
Thanksgiving

Popularity Score

70/100