Serve this cornbread with chili and salad or as an accompaniment to a warm bowl of soup.
Makes 12 servings.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) all-purpose gluten-free flour (use a gluten-free flour that includes xanthan gum like President’s Choice brand)
2/3 cup (165 ml) yellow cornmeal
2 Tbsp (30 ml) granulated sugar
2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder
3/4 tsp (4 ml) salt
1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking soda
2 large eggs
1 cup (250 ml) chilled 1% buttermilk
3 Tbsp (45 ml) olive or canola oil
1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped cilantro
2 Tbsp (30 ml) minced jalapeños (no seeds)
1/4 cup (60 ml) diced red bell peppers
1/4 cup (60 ml) corn niblets
1/2 cup (125 ml) grated cheddar cheese, optional
Instructions
1
Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400° F (200° C).
2
Lightly mist a 9 x 13 inch pan with cooking oil spray.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients, blend well.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, oil, and cilantro. Add to flour mixture. Stir to combine.
5
Add jalapenos, peppers, corn and cheese, if using. Stir and spoon into pan. Spread out to cover pan.
6
Bake for approximately 18-20 minutes until beginning to brown on edges and toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7
Transfer to rack to cool. Cut into squares. Extras can be frozen or stored in fridge. Quickly reheating in the microwave will ensure they are soft for eating.
Recipe courtesy of @Patricia Chuey, recipe developer.