Butter Up: Cornbread Edition

Butter Up! The Cornbread Lover’s Guide to Deliciousness

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Cornbread has been a key part of American food for centuries.

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Southern cornbread, known for its crumbly texture and savory flavor

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Key ingredients for cornbread: cornmeal, flour, sugar, eggs, and butter or oil for flavor and texture.

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Follow a tried-and-true easy cornbread recipe step by step

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Popular Southern cornbread ingredients: buttermilk, bacon fat, and coarse, stone-ground cornmeal.

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Northern cornbread typically includes milk, sugar, and finer, steel-ground cornmeal.

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Add honey for sweetness, cheese for savoriness, jalapeños for spice, or dried fruit for a fruity twist.

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Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, cornbread brings people together.

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Pair cornbread with chili and BBQ for a classic taste.

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