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mexican cornbread

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Deb Kotansky
Minden, LA

I can make a meal of this by itself. Put some butter on top, pop in microwave for about 45 seconds.... heaven.

(1 rating)
yield 4 -6
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For mexican cornbread

  • 1 c
    yellow cornmeal
  • 1/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 c
    cream style corn
  • 3/4 c
    milk
  • 1/4 c
    vegetable oil
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1/2
    green bellpepper, diced small
  • 1/2
    onion, diced small
  • 2 - 4
    jalapeno peppers, seeds removed, diced
  • 3/4 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, grated

How To Make mexican cornbread

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 425*
  • 2
    Combine dry ingredients. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into greased medium iron skillet or non-stick pan. Bake for about 30 minutes. I have found it takes a little longer, but I start checking it at 30 minutes. You want it to be brown on top and firm to the touch in the middle.
  • 3
    I like it spicy, so I usually add a little cayenne pepper into the dry ingredients and always use at least 4 jalapenos. If you don't like spicy, just omit the peppers.

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