Rustic Comfort Food Recipe
Appalachian grown, sourced from small local farms.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and eggs until smooth. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring to avoid lumps.
- 4
Add Cheese and Bacon
Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions into the batter until evenly distributed.
- 5
Bake
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!