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5 from 1 vote

Genuine Southern Cornbread

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Cast-iron skillet
  • 1 Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp bacon grease
  • 2 cups self-rising cornmeal
  • 3 eggs
  • buttermilk

Instructions

  • Place a tablespoon of bacon grease in a cold cast iron skillet. Put the skillet in the oven as it preheats to 450ºF.
  • Meanwhile, put 2 cups of cornmeal in a bowl.
  • Add 3 eggs.
  • Pour buttermilk in a little at a time. Stir. Continue adding buttermilk until the mixture gets to a thick, runny consistency.
  • Once the oven is preheated, remove the skillet. Be careful! The pan is HOT! Pour the cornbread mixture into the pan. It will sizzle.
  • Place the skillet back into the oven and cook for 20 minutes. Remove and enjoy!

Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.