CAST IRON CORN BREAD
True Southern corn bread: crispy, unsweetened, and dry enough to suck all the moisture out of your mouth! Serve hot with butter, syrup, black-eyed peas--you decide!
Provided by tresbeau
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes
Time 42m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Whisk eggs together in a large bowl until light and frothy; stir in milk. Stir in cornmeal and salt. Add oil; stir until batter is smooth.
- Place shortening in a 10-inch cast iron skillet; heat skillet in the preheated oven until shortening is liquefied, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove skillet and pour in batter.
- Return skillet to oven and bake until corn bread is lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove skillet from oven immediately and cover with wooden cutting board. Use oven mitts to invert skillet and tip corn bread onto cutting board. Cut into 8 wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 657 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
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Sophia Tate
[email protected]This cornbread is a great way to show your holiday spirit. I use red and green peppers to give it a festive look.
Mudasi Rashid
[email protected]I love making this cornbread in the fall. I use fresh apples and spices to give it a festive flavor.
Mzwethu Siwela
[email protected]This cornbread is the perfect side dish for a summer cookout. It's light and fluffy, and it goes well with grilled meats and vegetables.
Maryland Seyiram Atiakah
[email protected]This cornbread is a great way to use up leftover cornbread. I crumble it up and use it as a topping for chili or soup.
Rich Dreams
[email protected]This cornbread is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Abdul Raja
[email protected]I love the addition of cheese to this cornbread. It gives it a cheesy, gooey texture that is irresistible.
Bella Ngatai
[email protected]This cornbread is a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. It's also a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then reheat it in the oven before serving.
Md.robiul Islam
[email protected]I've made this cornbread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the texture is perfect.
Hassan Koroma
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh corn kernels. It gives the cornbread a delicious sweet flavor.
0009 Hanif
[email protected]This cornbread is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's hearty and satisfying, and it goes well with everything from chili to fried chicken.
Muhammad Adil
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.
T S NABIL
[email protected]This cornbread is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Isiah Childs
[email protected]I was skeptical about making cornbread in a cast iron skillet, but I'm so glad I tried it. The cornbread cooked evenly and had a wonderful crispy crust. I'll definitely be making it this way from now on.
Unknow
[email protected]This cornbread is a staple in my house. I make it for every potluck and family gathering. It's always a hit, and people are always asking for the recipe.
Young Logkie
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of cornbread, and this recipe is my go-to. It's incredibly easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the crispy edges and the fluffy interior.
Ruben Trejo
[email protected]This cornbread is a game-changer! It's so moist and flavorful, with a perfect crust. I've tried many cornbread recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best.