Ingredients:
Two cups of all-purpose flour.
One cup cornmeal.
1/2 cup vegetable oil.
Two cups of buttermilk.
1/4 cup vegetable oil (for the skillet).
Instructions:
Step 1
First, preheat your oven to 450°F, and in a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, vegetable oil, and buttermilk until you have a wet batter.
Step 2
Then, pour 1/4 cup of vegetable oil into a skillet and heat it.
Step 3
Next, transfer the batter into the skillet.
Step 4
Finally, bake in the preheated oven until the cornbread turns golden brown.
Mexican Cornbread Variation:
Additional Ingredients:
Two eggs.
One can of cream corn.
One chopped onion.
Pepperoncino peppers.
One chopped green pepper.
One small bag of sharp cheddar cheese.
A splash of pepper juice.
Additional Instructions:
Step 1
First, add eggs, creamed corn, chopped onion, pepperoncini peppers, green pepper, sharp cheddar cheese, and a splash of pepper juice to the basic cornbread mix.
Step 2
Next, mix everything well.
Step 3
Finally, follow the same baking instructions for the simple cornbread.
Tips for Perfect Cornbread:
- Adjust buttermilk for the desired moistness.
- Ensure skillet and oil are hot for a crispy crust.
- Avoid overmixing for a light texture.
Variations:
- Add cheddar and jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Mix in fresh herbs for a fragrant twist.
- Add chopped nuts for texture.
Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make cornbread!!
