Best 2 Cornbread That Is A Meal Recipes

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Cornbread, a Southern staple, is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side or a main course. Whether you prefer it sweet or savory, there are countless recipes to choose from. But what if you're looking for a cornbread that can truly stand on its own as a meal? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the steps of creating a hearty and satisfying cornbread that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC CORNBREAD



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Matt and Amy Bell, owners of the restaurant South on Main, usually avoid cooking contests. But the cornbread festival was different. "It's more of a community project than a competition," Matt says. "And it's directly outside the restaurant." The pair won the traditional category with their classic cornbread, a recipe developed by Amy's grandmother Nellie Mae. "You don't dare mess with family recipes," Matt says. "And if you do, you better make sure they can't tell."

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup vegetable oil, plus more for the baking dish
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with vegetable oil.
  • Whisk the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk the egg, vegetable oil and buttermilk, then fold into the dry ingredients with a rubber spatula until just combined.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool 15 minutes before serving.

CORNBREAD



Cornbread image

Cornbread is a great side dish that your family will love to eat on its own or use to wipe their plate clean of all the deliciousness you serve up. This recipe for cornbread works equally as well with yellow, white or blue cornmeal so you can choose the color of cornbread you want! With Gold Medal™ flour and 10 minutes of prep time, you'll be pulling a golden brown cornbread out of the oven before you know it.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
1 cup milk
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups yellow, white or blue cornmeal
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°F. Spray the bottom and sides of an 8-inch square pan or 9-inch round cake pan with the cooking spray.
  • In a 1-quart saucepan, heat the butter over low heat until melted.
  • In a large bowl, beat the melted butter, milk and egg with a fork or wire whisk until well mixed. Add the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt all at once; stir just until the flour is moistened (batter will be lumpy). Pour batter into the pan; use a rubber spatula to scrape batter from bowl. Spread batter evenly in pan and smooth top of batter.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips for the Best Cornbread:

- Use fresh cornmeal for the best flavor. Stone-ground cornmeal will give the cornbread a more rustic texture. - Buttermilk adds moisture and tanginess to the cornbread. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will result in a tough cornbread. - Bake the cornbread in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the cornbread cooks evenly. - Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help prevent the cornbread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

With its slightly sweet and savory flavor, cornbread is a Southern staple that can be enjoyed as part of a meal or as a snack. Whether you like it plain or dressed up with butter, honey, or chili, cornbread is a versatile and delicious addition to your next meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread recipe, give cornbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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