Cheesy Bacon Cheddar-Topped Muffins

1. 1

   Set oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Prepare and generously grease 18 muffin tins.

3. 3

   In a skillet cook the bacon until crisp; remove to a plate, and save about 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings.

4. 4

   Crumble the bacon when cool enough to handle.

5. 5

   In a bowl combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and cayenne.

6. 6

   Add in the shredded cheese and crumbled bacon (and chopped green onions if using).

7. 7

   In a small cup or bowl combine the 2 tablespoons melted butter and 2 tablespoons bacon fat.

8. 8

   In a medium bowl whisk the egg, then add in the half and half cream and the butter/bacon grease mixture; whisk to combine, then add into the dry ingredients; mix well to combine (if you find that the mixture is a little dry then add in another tablespoon melted butter).

9. 9

   Fill the muffin tins about 3/4 full.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with finely grated cheddar cheese.

11. 11

    Bake for about 20 minutes, or until muffins test done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.