Best 3 Fiesta Cornbread Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that will add a burst of flavor to your next meal? Look no further than fiesta cornbread! This mouth-watering dish combines the classic flavors of cornbread with a vibrant fiesta twist, resulting in a moist, savory, and visually appealing dish. With its irresistible aroma and versatility, fiesta cornbread is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA CORNBREAD & SAUSAGE STRATA



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I like to break away from traditional breakfast bakes, so I experimented and came up with this sweet-savory cornbread and sausage egg bake. It's easy to prepare and a wonderful make-ahead morning meal.-Ellen Woodham-Johnson, Matteson, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups cubed cornbread
1/2 cup frozen corn
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of each of the following: cornbread, sausage mixture, corn and cheese. Repeat layers. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salsa and sour cream. Pour over layers. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 325°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 875mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

MEXICAN FIESTA GREEN CHILE CORNBREAD



Mexican Fiesta Green Chile Cornbread image

I made this to go with my vegetarian chili tonight and really enjoyed it! This cornbread has a soft, almost custard like texture. Yum! Adapted from The Everyday Fiesta Cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 8 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon light olive oil (or vegetable oil)
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup creamed corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons melted butter (or margarine or vegetable oil)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F.
  • Heat the oil in a 9-10 inch cast iron skillet or baking pan in oven.
  • In a large bowl, sift cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Add remaining ingredients to the bowl; stir mixture together.
  • Remove the hot pan from the oven; pour in batter.
  • Bake 25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown and the edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  • Cool 5 minutes before cutting.
  • Enjoy!

FIESTA CORNBREAD



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This is a particularly moist, rich cornbread with a crispy crust. It is delicious with chili, vegetable soup and grilled pork chops, collards and summer squash. I am a firm believer in Duke's mayonnaise. It gives this recipe a delicious richness--do not use low fat mayo! You may use low fat buttermilk and/or sour cream...

Provided by Mary Beth Cauthen

Categories     Savory Breads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 c self-rising buttermilk corn meal
1 c buttermilk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 c vegetable oil
1 small can drained mexicorn
1/3 c reduced fat sour cream
1 large tablespoon duke's mayo
1/3 - 1/2 c chopped jalapenos (jarred variety)
1/2 - 1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees--heat oil in 10 in. cast iron skillet in oven.
  • 2. Mix cornmeal, buttermilk and eggs to form thick batter. Add sour cream and mayo. Blend well. Add drained corn, jalapenos and cheese. Pour into heated skillet...batter should sizzle when it is poured into heated oil.
  • 3. Bake at 450 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Glaze top with butter.

Tips:

  • Use fresh corn: Fresh corn will give your cornbread a sweeter, more flavorful taste. If you don't have fresh corn on hand, you can use frozen or canned corn, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Use a cast iron skillet: A cast iron skillet will help your cornbread cook evenly and give it a crispy crust. If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a regular baking pan, but your cornbread may not be as crispy.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your cornbread tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cornbread until it's golden brown: Cornbread is done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with batter on it, bake the cornbread for a few minutes longer.
  • Let the cornbread cool before serving: Let the cornbread cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Cornbread is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it sweet or savory, there's a cornbread recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give cornbread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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