Cornbread, a staple food in Southern cuisine, is often served with hearty meals like barbecue and fried chicken. This recipe takes classic cornbread and elevates it with the addition of crispy bacon and fresh chives. The combination of flavors and textures creates a tasty side dish that will be a hit at any gathering.
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SKILLET CORNBREAD WITH BACON AND CHIVES
Got this recipe off another website and originally I made it on the campfire, but dont try it unless you are campfire cooking savvy cause it does get tricky. Best done on a grill and with a cast iron skillet. This is great for breakfast with cheesy eggs, hash browns and a big slab of grilled ham, or with a big bowl of cheesy potato soup for lunch or supper! Any leftovers make a great addition for stuffing too. I have also added any leftover corn to the batter for added flavor.
Provided by LAURIE
Categories Quick Breads
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 10-inch nonstick, oven-proof skillet over medium heat, lay the bacon flat and cook until crispy, 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Drain the bacon on paper towels.
- Pour off and discard all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
- In a large bowl combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Finely chop the drained bacon and add it to the bowl along with the chives.
- Mix well.
- In another large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, and sour cream.
- Whisk to break up the eggs.
- Pour the milk mixture into the cornmeal mixture.
- Mix with a wooden spoon until well combined.
- Pour the cornbread batter in the skillet with the bacon fat and spread it out evenly.
- Grill over Indirect Medium heat until golden brown around the edges and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan occasionally for even cooking.
- Allow to cool completely in the skillet. Invert the cornbread onto a cutting board. Cut into wedges.
- Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.3, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 94.5, Sodium 571.3, Carbohydrate 56, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 12.9, Protein 9.8
CORNBREAD SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK-CHIVE DRESSING AND MAPLE BACON
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the buttermilk-chive dressing: Combine the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice in a small bowl and whisk well. Stir in the chives and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- For the maple-glazed bacon: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Set a wire rack in a baking sheet and spray the rack with cooking spray.
- Lay the bacon slices in 1 layer on the wire rack and brush with the maple syrup. Sprinkle over the brown sugar and cayenne. Bake until dark brown and crispy, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then crumble.
- For the salad: Layer the ingredients in a large salad bowl beginning with the lettuce, then adding the tomatoes, bell pepper and onion.
- When ready to serve, add in the crumbled Sour Cream Cornbread, pour the dressing over the salad and sprinkle the bacon on top.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the creamed corn, cornmeal mix, sour cream, oil and eggs. Pour the mixture into the skillet and bake until lightly brown, about 30 minutes.
SKILLET CORNBREAD WITH BACON FAT AND BROWN SUGAR
Keep the fat rendered from good bacon in a crock in your fridge. It'll make this the tastiest cornbread you've ever had.
Provided by Carla Hall
Categories Side Cornmeal Buttermilk Bacon Bread Bake Quick & Easy
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Whisk the cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and brown sugar in another bowl until smooth.
- Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Heat the bacon fat in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet until liquid. Swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides of the skillet, then pour the rest into the batter.
- Whisk the batter until smooth, then pour into the hot skillet. Immediately transfer to the oven.
- Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Serve warm.
SKILLET CORNBREAD WITH CHIVES
A true Southerner wouldn't dare add sugar to this cornbread recipe, but a Yankee might miss it. Do what you will; we don't judge.
Categories Bon Appétit Bread Cornmeal Buttermilk Chive Dinner Side Thanksgiving
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place a rack in middle of oven and set skillet on rack; preheat to 450°F.
- Meanwhile, whisk cornmeal, sugar (if using), kosher salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl to combine. Whisk egg and buttermilk in a medium bowl; add to dry ingredients and mix to incorporate.
- Carefully remove skillet from oven, add lard, and swirl in pan to coat. Scrape batter into skillet (it should sizzle around edges on contact). Bake cornbread until top is golden brown and center is firm, 15-20 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before serving.
- Spread butter over cornbread, top with chives, and sprinkle with sea salt.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Make sure your skillet is well-seasoned before cooking the cornbread.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough cornbread.
- Cook the cornbread over medium heat until it is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve the cornbread warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, honey, or chili.
Conclusion:
Skillet cornbread with bacon and chives is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With so many variations to choose from, you are sure to find a skillet cornbread recipe that you will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give skillet cornbread a try!
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