BEANS AND CORNBREAD
You can do so much with a pot of cooked pinto beans...make refried beans for burritos, add them to a pot of homemade chili or adorn a big platter of nachos.unknown source
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier
Categories Other Main Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. For beans, rinse the beans thoroughly, and put them in a large pot with the bacon. Pour water over top. Use enough water to cover the beans by 1 or 2 inches. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours
- 2. If the liquid seems to evaporate too quickly, add more water during cooking process. The beans are done when they're tender without much bite
- 3. Add in the salt and pepper. Stir and taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed. Add in other seasonings as desired. Serve in a bowl with the cornbread, topping with a dollop of sour cream and sprig of cilantro if you wish.
- 4. Skillet Cornbread: 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. baking powder 1 cup buttermilk or sour milk 1/2 cup milk 1 egg 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. shortening
- 5. To make the cornbread, Preheat oven to 450. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, salt and baking powder. Stir together. Measure the buttermilk and milk in a measuring cup and add the egg. Stir together with a fork. Add the baking soda and stir. Pour milk mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a fork til just mixed. Don't overstir. In a small bowl, melt 1/4 cup of shortening in the microwave. Slowly add the melted shortening to the batter, stirring constantly til just mixed. In an iron skillet over high heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons shortening. Pour the batter into the hot skillet and spread to even out the surface. Cook on stovetop for 1 minute, then bake for 20 to 25 minutes til golden brown. The edges should be crispy. Slice into squares and serve with the beans. For variation, stir 1 small can diced green chiles or 1 diced fresh jalapeño into the cornbread batter before pouring it into the skillet.
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Robert Mfune
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook beans. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.
Brandon clough
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the cornbread and they don't even realize they're eating beans.
Suleman Jahangir
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The cornbread is sweet and the beans are savory. It's a perfect balance.
Korina Irvine
[email protected]This is a classic dish that everyone should know how to make. It's simple, but it's so delicious.
Basic Gaming
[email protected]I've been making this dish for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to use up leftover cornbread.
Chris Ciongoli
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beans, but I love this dish. The cornbread is so good that it makes me forget about the beans.
Zabi Sheikh
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's healthy too.
naqeed Masood
[email protected]I love the fact that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my own taste.
MD Rasedul Islam
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food.
Dua dua
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a casual dinner party. It's easy to make and everyone will love it.
NJ Official
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian and I love this dish. It's a great source of protein and fiber.
Lasty Black x7
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans. I always have a can or two of beans in my pantry, so this is a quick and easy meal to make.
Bryan Solis
[email protected]I love the combination of beans and cornbread. This dish is hearty and flavorful.
Kelly Pendley
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for beans and cornbread. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Trevon Fortson
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Md. Nasir
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a hearty and comforting meal.
FazI Abbas
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of beans, but this dish changed my mind. The beans were so flavorful and the cornbread was the perfect accompaniment.
Beck Griffiths
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The cornbread was moist and flavorful, and the beans were perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making this again.