Mother Jessie'S Corn Bread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

A crisp, golden corn bread with a tender crumb, bursting with buttery corn flavor and a hint of savory oil—perfect for Southern gatherings or as a hearty side.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1/4 cup oil or bacon drippings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Sift together 1 cup plain cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

439 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4g 8% DV
Total Fat 27.7g 36% DV
Carbs 50.5g 18% DV
Fiber 0.2g 1% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 19507mg 100% DV
Potassium 204.3mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 141.3mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 4.7mg 5% DV
Vitamin D 1.1mcg 5% DV
Calcium 1562.5mg 100% DV
Iron 10.1mg 56% DV
Contains Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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