Yesteryears' Cornbread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Yesteryears' Cornbread offers a nostalgic taste of traditional Southern baking, with a moist, tender crumb and subtly sweet flavor. Perfect alongside hearty stews or enjoyed simply with butter, this cornbread embodies rustic comfort and simple ingredients, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain cornmeal
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sweet milk
  • 1/4 cup shortening

Instructions

  1. Sift together the self-rising flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; stir in the cornmeal.
  2. Add eggs, milk, and shortening; beat until just smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased pan.
  4. Bake at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

538 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.3g 13% DV
Total Fat 27.2g 35% DV
Carbs 74.2g 27% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12643.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 259mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 129.5mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4% DV
Calcium 1543.5mg 100% DV
Iron 11.5mg 64% DV

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

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