Loaded Cornbread Recipe

This isn't your grandma's cornbread! Our Loaded Cornbread Casserole is a complete meal in one pan, bursting with savory ground meat, hearty black-eyed peas, sweet corn, and melty cheese. It's the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 492.3 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Loaded Cornbread

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How to Make Loaded Cornbread

  1. Brown the ground meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb ground beef (or turkey), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) until the meat is browned and crumbles easily. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Prep the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking soda, and 1 tbsp chili powder.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Add 2 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, and 1/2 cup vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients: Stir in the cooked meat mixture, 1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas (drained and rinsed), 1 cup frozen corn (thawed), and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake to perfection: Pour the batter into a lightly greased 11x7 inch baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Rest and serve: Let the cornbread cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

35g

Carbs

13g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Loaded Cornbread?

Loaded Cornbread takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Loaded Cornbread?

Loaded Cornbread has approximately 492.3 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Loaded Cornbread?

The key ingredients for Loaded Cornbread are Ground Turkey, Onion, Salt, Pepper, Cornmeal, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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