Blue Ribbon Cornbread

 
Ingredients -

1/2 cup Butter
1 cup Yellow Cornmeal
1 cup All-Purpose Flour
1 tablespoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
3/4 cup Heavy Cream
1 Large Egg, beaten
1/2 cup chopped Red Bell Pepper
3/4 cup grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 to 2 Jalapeños, stems and seeds removed, minced

 
Preparation:

1. Turn the oven on to 425 degrees and preheat.

2. Melt the butter in a 10 inch cast iron skillet for 5 to 10 minutes in the oven.

3. Remove the skillet from the oven and carefully tilt the pan to allow the butter to coat the entire skillet.

4. Set aside.

5. Combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.

6. Mix well to combine.

7. Make a well in the center of the bowl.

8. Pour the cream, egg and red bell pepper into the center.

9. Pour the melted butter into the mixture.

10. Whisk until just moistened.

11. Divide the mixture into two portions.

12. Spoon one portion into the skillet.

13. Spread the cheese carefully over the batter.

14. Top evenly with jalapenos.

15. Spread the remaining portion of batter on top.

16. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cornbread just begins to brown.

17. Allow to cool before slicing.

18. Serve and enjoy.

 



Cornbread Making Tip -
All-Purpose Flour

All-purpose flour can be used as a substitute for various types of specialty flours. Use 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose in place of 1 cup of cake flour. Add 1-1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/8 teaspoon of salt to 1 cup minus 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour to create 1 cup of self-rising flour.


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