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Traditional Navajo Cornbread


  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A fluffy, golden cornbread with authentic Navajo flavors, perfect as a side or main dish.


Ingredients

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2 cups blue cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup honey
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or baking pan.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together blue cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: In another bowl, beat eggs, then stir in buttermilk, melted butter, and honey until well combined.
Step 4: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix just until combined; fold in corn kernels.
Step 5: Pour batter into prepared skillet and smooth the top.
Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 7: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Side Dish

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 6g