Ingredients
- 3 cups cornmeal
- 3 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 can (8.25 oz) creamed corn
- 1 can (4 oz) diced jalapeños
Directions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a few pads of butter around the inside of a cast iron skillet. If using a baking pan, simply grease the pan.
2️⃣ Melt Butter:
Place the cast iron skillet in the oven to melt the butter.
3️⃣ Mix Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, eggs, milk, oil, cheese, sugar, bacon, creamed corn, and jalapeños. Mix until well combined.
4️⃣ Pour Batter:
Once the butter is melted and sizzling in the skillet, remove it from the oven and pour the batter evenly into the skillet. If using a baking pan, pour the batter into the greased pan.
5️⃣ Bake:
Place in the oven and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool and Serve:
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 496 kcal per serving
- Servings: 8
This Loaded Cornbread is a deliciously rich and flavorful dish, perfect as a side for any meal or as a hearty snack on its own. Enjoy!