Mrs. Harris's Crackling Corn Bread

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   Preheat the oven to 400.

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   In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp, about 7 minutes.

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   Drain on paper towels; reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings.

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   Wipe out the skillet and set it over low heat.

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   Add the drippings and swirl to coat.

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   In a medium bowl, combine the cornmeal with the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

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   In a glass measuring cup, combine the milk and eggs and add to the cornmeal mixture along with the butter; stir just until the cornmeal is moistened.

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   Fold in the bacon and pour the batter into the warm skillet.

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   Bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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