Ingredients for Aunt Bernice's Cornbread
- 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 tablespoons shortening (for skillet)
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How to Make Aunt Bernice's Cornbread
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the shortening (1/2 cup), buttermilk, egg, and sugar to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Place 2 tablespoons of shortening in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast iron skillet.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the shortening is melted and shimmering.
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Pour the cornbread batter evenly into the skillet over the melted shortening.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly in the skillet before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
25g
Fat
6g
Carbs
8g
