PORTUGUESE CORN BREAD (BROA)

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This is from Carol Robertson's "Portuguese Cooking". The author shared that this is not like American corn bread and is often served with Potato and Kale soup. I can't wait to try it!

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h55m

Yield 1 loaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/4 cups water, warm
3/4 cup milk, warm
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups yellow cornmeal
3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine yeast, sugar and 1/4 cup of the water; set aside.
  • In a large bowl stir together the remaining water, milk, salt, olive oil and cornmeal.
  • Add the yeast mixture to the cornmeal, stirring until combined.
  • Slowly add the flour, a little at a time, until you have a soft dough that is not too sticky to work with. Adjust more or less flour as needed.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead 5 minutes.
  • Place in a greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until double in bulk.
  • Punch dough down, knead for 5 minutes.
  • Grease a 9-inch round pie pan.
  • Form dough into a round loaf that will fit into the pan. Place in the pan and cover, allowing to rise again in a warm place until double in bulk (about 1 hour).
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until it sounds hollow when tapped.
  • Cool on a rack.

Hafiz M Sajjid
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This cornbread is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nadeem Iqbal
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I love the addition of the chorizo and olives in this cornbread. It gives it a really nice savory flavor.


Ndawula Patrick
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This cornbread is a keeper! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


Abdullah Srarah
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It's the best cornbread I've ever had.


y catharse
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This cornbread is delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Kamila Yakub
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I made this cornbread for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe.


Meleisia White
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This is the best cornbread recipe ever!


Skillz Amv's嵐
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I love this cornbread! It's so moist and flavorful, and it's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Emma Precious
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This cornbread is a great way to use up leftover cornmeal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rustum Ali
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I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind! It's so delicious and moist, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


JAY Masterson
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This is the best cornbread recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness. I love the addition of the corn kernels, they add a really nice texture.


Thompho Tshavhungwe
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I made this cornbread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. It's really easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover cornmeal.


MUTAGANA EMMANUEL
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This cornbread is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I love the addition of the chorizo and olives, they add a really nice savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again soon!