cornbread

Instructions

1. Preheat oven:
   • Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8-inch square pan or a 9-inch round skillet with butter.
2. Mix dry ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine wet ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, and melted butter together.
4. Combine wet and dry:
   • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
5. Bake:
   • Pour batter into prepared pan.
   • Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Serve:
   • Let cool slightly, then cut into squares or wedges.
   • Serve warm with butter, honey, or alongside your favorite soup or chili.

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💡 Tips for Perfect Cornbread:

• For a richer flavor, replace half the milk with buttermilk.
• For extra sweetness, add a handful of corn kernels or a drizzle of honey.
• Cast-iron skillets give the cornbread a deliciously crisp crust.

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If you want, I can also give you a super moist, ultra-fluffy cornbread recipe that’s basically melt-in-your-mouth—perfect for Southern-style meals. Do you want me to do that?