Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 can

cream-style corn

2 unit

eggs

slightly beaten

0.75 cup

milk

0.25 cup

salad oil

1 cup

yellow corn meal

1 cup

green chiles

chopped

1 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

salt

2 cup

cheddar cheese

grated

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~6 min

Combine cream-style corn, eggs, milk, and salad oil in a large bowl.

Step 3
~6 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together yellow corn meal, chopped green chiles, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~6 min

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5
~6 min

Stir in grated cheddar cheese.

Step 6
~6 min

Pour batter into a lightly greased 9-inch square pan or larger.

Step 7
~6 min

Bake, uncovered, for about 45 minutes, or until the cornbread is firm and golden brown.

Step 8
~6 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a tablespoon of sugar for a slightly sweeter cornbread.

For a spicier kick, use hot green chiles.

Let the cornbread cool slightly before cutting and serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with chili

Serve as a side dish with barbecue

Serve with soup

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Chili
Barbecue ribs
Pork shoulder

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A staple side dish in Southwestern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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