Cornbread Southern Style Ala Nita

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   Preheat Oven to 375 Degrees F.

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   If you have a large seasoned black iron skillet, add 3 tablespoons oil to it and place it in the oven while it heats.

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   Otherwise, place oil in a baking pan to heat.

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   In a medium bowl, combine meal, salt, sugar.

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   Add HOT water, stir in and let sit about 5 minutes.

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   Add lightly beaten egg.

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   Stir in to combine.

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   Add buttermilk or milk and mix well.

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   Add melted butter, bacon drippings or oil.

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    Mix well.

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    Remove baking pan from oven with hot pads.

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    Stir in the 1/8 teaspoon baking soda into cornbread mixture.

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    Pour mixture into hot oiled pan.

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    Place in preheated oven and bake at 375 Degrees F.

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    for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

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    A clean toothpick stuck in the center should come out clean.

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    SERVE CORNBREAD HOT WITH BUTTER.

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    ENJOY!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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