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With a name like Nana's cornbread you know you are in for a true southern treat. This recipe is simple enough for any beginner cook but doesn't disappoint. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons bacon drippings |
2 cups self-rising yellow cornmeal |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
2 large eggs |
1 1/2 cups buttermilk, well shaken |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°. Pour bacon drippings into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, and place in oven.
2. Combine cornmeal, sugar, and baking soda in a large bowl. Mix eggs and buttermilk in a separate bowl, stirring well. Add buttermilk mixture to dry ingredients. Add 1 tablespoon hot bacon drippings, and stir just until moistened. Swirl remaining 1 tablespoon bacon drippings around skillet to coat evenly; pour batter into hot skillet.
3. Bake at 400° for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Invert onto a cooling rack to cool slightly. Cut into wedges, and serve warm.
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