B O Cornbread Pie Recipe

Experience a taste of history with this legendary B&O Cornbread Pie recipe! Straight from the pages of "What's Cooking on the B&O," this classic dish was so beloved that it reportedly caused passengers to miss their stops for seconds. The B&O Railroad raved about its popularity with both men and women – a testament to its irresistible flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe recreates this iconic cornbread pie, promising a delicious and satisfying experience for your family and friends.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 326.7 kcal
Protein 38g
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Ingredients for B O Cornbread Pie

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for base); 1/2 teaspoon salt (for cornbread)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

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How to Make B O Cornbread Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, and melted butter.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cornbread pie cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

27g

Carbs

10g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Main Dish Beef American Easy One Dish Meal Ground Beef Meat 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make B O Cornbread Pie?

B O Cornbread Pie takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in B O Cornbread Pie?

B O Cornbread Pie has approximately 326.7 calories per serving, with about 38 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for B O Cornbread Pie?

The key ingredients for B O Cornbread Pie are Ground Beef, Onion, Tomato Soup, Water, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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