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A freshly baked loaf of golden cornbread on a cooling rack

Best way to grow your Cornbread in just 3 steps. Cornbread

This recipe guides you through the process of growing cornbread in three simple steps, from preparing the base to the final cooking. It's a humorous take on the phrase "grow your cornbread," playing on the idea of cultivating the classic dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
Other
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
For Serving
  • honey optional
For Growing
  • a pinch of imagination essential

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cast-iron skillet or baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish to ensure the cornbread doesn't stick and cooks evenly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, then set it aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until well blended.
Combine & Pour
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined; be careful not to overmix, as a few lumps are fine for a tender cornbread.
  2. Carefully pour the batter into the preheated and greased skillet or baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Bake & Serve
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it's fully cooked.
  2. Allow the cornbread to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving, optionally with a drizzle of honey.

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, try adding a tablespoon of finely chopped jalapeños to the batter. A well-seasoned cast-iron skillet will give your cornbread a wonderfully crispy crust!