Real Southern Cornbread

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 17

Real Southern Cornbread, a classic comfort food for any occasion

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

327

Sugar

Fat

18g

Real Southern Cornbread is a classic American bread recipe that has been enjoyed for generations. It originated in the rural Southern United States, where corn was a staple crop and cornmeal was readily available. It is a simple and easy bread recipe that can be made with just a few ingredients, and it is often served as a side dish with meals like fried chicken, barbecue, or chili. Cornbread is also a popular breakfast food in the South, where it is often served with butter and honey.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet with corn oil and place it in the oven to warm up.
3.	In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, salt, and baking powder together.
4.	In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and then stir in the melted margarine and buttermilk.
5.	Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is well combined.
6.	Remove the skillet from the oven and pour in the batter.
7.	Smooth the top with a spatula and place the skillet back in the oven.
8.	Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

PROS

Real Southern Cornbread is a classic comfort food and a versatile side dish that can be served with any meal.

It has a crumbly texture and a slightly sweet flavor that is perfect for sopping up gravy or chili.

It is also gluten-free and can be made vegan by substituting the buttermilk for a non-dairy alternative.

CONS

Since this cornbread recipe uses margarine instead of traditional bacon fat or lard, it may not have as much of the traditional Southern flavor that some people crave.

It can also be high in calories and fat, especially when served with butter or honey.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornmeal is a good source of several important nutrients, including dietary fiber, calcium, iron, and potassium.
It is also naturally gluten-free, making it a great choice for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
The buttermilk in this recipe is a good source of calcium and other important vitamins and minerals.

	2 cups cornmeal
	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons baking powder
	2 eggs
	1 cup margarine , melted
	4 cups buttermilk
	1/4 cup corn oil