IRON-SKILLET CORNBREAD

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Ultrarich and almost custardy in the middle, this cornbread from Hillstone (a.k.a. Houston's, Honor Bar, R+D Kitchen, Rutherford Grill, and South Beverly Grill) is the kind of appetizer you should serve before a dinner of celery sticks.

Categories     Bon Appétit     Cornmeal     Bread     Side     Cheddar     Cheese     Monterey Jack     Chile Pepper     Corn     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup fine-grind cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups canned creamed corn (from one 15-ounce can)
1 (4.5-ounce) can mild green chiles, drained, chopped
1 1/2 ounces mild white cheddar, grated (about 1/2 cup)
1 1/2 ounces Monterey Jack, grated (about 1/2 cup)
3/4 cup unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), room temperature
2/3 cup sugar
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
Special Equipment
A 10-inch cast-iron skillet (measured from the rim)

Steps:

  • Place rack in middle of oven. Set skillet on a rimmed baking sheet, place on rack, and preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl to combine. Lightly beat eggs in a medium bowl to blend; whisk in creamed corn, chiles, cheddar, and Monterey Jack.
  • Mix butter and sugar in a large bowl with a wooden spoon just until butter absorbs sugar but butter is still in small pieces. Add egg mixture and mix until just combined. Mix in dry ingredients until barely incorporated.
  • Remove skillet from oven and lightly coat with nonstick spray. Scrape in batter (it should sizzle on contact and stay slightly mounded in the center). Bake cornbread until top is golden brown and springs back when gently pressed, 35-45 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Mahar Sanaullah
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


John Russell
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This is the perfect cornbread recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Amber Barnett
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I've never been a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind. This cornbread is so delicious, I could eat it every day.


Ifedinwweke Philantropist
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This cornbread is so moist and flavorful. I love the crispy crust and the tender crumb.


rajendra lama
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I love the flavor of this cornbread. The sweetness of the corn is perfectly balanced by the saltiness of the bacon.


Singer Balochi
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This cornbread is a great way to use up leftover corn. It's also a delicious and easy side dish for any meal.


WiseMan Tv
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I've made this cornbread several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Asif Kareem
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I was a little skeptical about making cornbread in an iron skillet, but I'm so glad I tried it. This recipe is a keeper!


STK Top Opp
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This is the best cornbread recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful, and it's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Mattias Junior
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I've never made cornbread in an iron skillet before, but this recipe made it so easy. The cornbread cooked evenly and it had a beautiful crust.


Malebogo Gontse
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cornbread turned out perfectly. It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious.


Lillian Boahen
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This cornbread is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.