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jamie oliver cornbread
Sheila Browder

Jamie Oliver Cornbread Recipe

As a food enthusiast who has spent countless weekends in the kitchen, I can hardly contain my excitement to share Jamie Oliver's cornbread recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 422
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon bacon grease
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure honey
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish or cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures the cornbread will bake evenly and rise beautifully.
  2. Grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet with butter or non-stick spray. This assists in creating a lovely golden crust and prevents sticking.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Mixing these services to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, honey, and bacon grease. The combination of melted butter with bacon grease provides a depth of flavor that's hard to resist.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy, which is ideal for cornbread.
  6. Gently fold in the corn kernels. This adds texture and sweetness to the final product.
  7. Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cornbread to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 422kcal

Notes

  • Check Your Baking Powder: Ensure your baking powder is fresh. Old baking powder can result in a dense texture.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Depending on personal taste, you can adjust the sugar. If you prefer less sweetness, scale back to 3 tablespoons.
  • Experiment with Add-ins: Feel free to add ingredients like jalapeños for a kick, or cheese for flavor. Follow your cravings!
  • Use Fresh Corn: If you can, use fresh corn kernels when in season. It elevates the overall taste and texture.
  • Monitor Oven Temperature: Everyone's oven is slightly different. Keep an eye on the cornbread as it bakes. Every oven behaves uniquely!

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