Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

cornmeal

0.5 tsp

soda

0.5 tsp

salt

1 tsp

baking powder

1 tbsp

sugar

1 cup

buttermilk

1 unit

egg

1 tbsp

melted fat

melted

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425° to 450°F.

Step 2
~4 min

Place a greased iron skillet in the hot oven to preheat.

Step 3
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, soda, salt, baking powder, and sugar.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~4 min

Add buttermilk and egg to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir in melted fat until well combined.

Step 6
~4 min

Carefully pour the batter into the preheated skillet.

Step 7
~4 min

Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8
~4 min

If using muffin pans, bake until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter cornbread, increase the amount of sugar.

Add chopped jalapenos for a spicy kick.

Serve warm with butter or honey.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

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 chili or soup

Accompany BBQ

Serve with butter and honey

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Chili
Pulled pork
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional comfort food in the Southern United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100