Pioneer Woman Mexican Cornbread Recipe
Cornbread is one of those staple breakfast foods that you’ll probably eat for a long time. Everyone loves it, and though it may not be a favorite among many, a good cornbread certainly is. It’s easy to make, and it’s also one of those foods that will satisfy your cravings for a few minutes in the morning. This recipe is a Pioneer Woman version of cornbread, but it’s much more than just a comforting dish. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients, and the cornbread is delicious, versatile, and tastes great both hot and cold.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 Whole egg
- 1/2 tsp Baking soda
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese grated
- 1/4 cup Shortening
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 Red bell pepper finely diced,
- 1 fresh jalapeno seeded and diced
- 1/2 onion diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix cornmeal, flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl. Mix well.
- Add the buttermilk and milk in a cup and add the egg. Combine with a fork. Stir in the baking soda and mix well.
- Mix the milk mixture with the dry ingredients. Combine using a fork. Stir in the cheese. Set aside.
- Melt 1/4 cup shortening in a small bowl. Add the melted shortening to the batter slowly, stirring until just combined.
- Melt the butter in an iron skillet over medium heat. Sauté the peppers and onions until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Transfer the batter to the hot skillet. Ensure that it is evenly spread.
- Cook for 1 minute on the stovetop, then bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. It should be crispy around the edges when done!
Nutrition
Calories: 191.8kcalCarbohydrates: 16.7gProtein: 5.7gFat: 11.6gSaturated Fat: 4.9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.6gTrans Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 31.5mgSodium: 262.9mgPotassium: 134.1mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 2.4gVitamin A: 545.1IUVitamin C: 14.4mgCalcium: 167mgIron: 0.9mg