Cornbread is a delicious side dish that, when done right, can be every bit as good as the main course it supports. This recipe will leave you wanting more with a satisfyingly dense, buttery texture, crunchy jalapeños and delicious cheddar cheese. Follow the steps below and you'll have a wonderful batch of comfort food that's a worthy companion to any meal.
Things You'll Need
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbs baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk, room temp
- 1 large egg, room temp
- 5 tbs melted unsalted butter, slightly cooled & divided
- 2 medium jalapeños, deveined, deseeded, and chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheese, plus a bit extra
- 1, 9-inch pie dish
Step 1
Heat oven to 400°F. Add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
Step 2
Add the milk, egg and 4 tbs of the melted butter to a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
Step 3
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Add the diced jalapeños and cheddar, folding just a few more times to incorporate. Do not over mix.
Step 4
Use the remaining tablespoon of butter to grease the pie dish. Pour the batter into the dish and top with additional cheese if desired.
Step 5
Place the dish into the oven for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist bits attached to it. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
