Southern Cornbread

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Add the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine the ingredients.

Step 3

Add the eggs, 1/4 cup melted butter, and buttermilk. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Do not over mix the batter. Over-mixing will lead to cracks in the crust and cornbread will fall apart and crumble. Mix well enough to combine the ingredients.

Step 5

Place a 10 inch cast iron skillet on medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow it to melt and then grease the entire skillet including the edges.Alternatively, you can bake the cornbread in an 8x8 baking dish (greased).

Step 6

While the skillet is hot, pour the mixture into the cast iron skillet.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the stove and place it in the oven to bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick can be inserted and return clean.

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool for at least 20 minutes.

Step 9

Slice the cornbread into servings.