Steamed Corn Bread With Bacon And Parsley Butter

Name: Steamed Corn Bread With Bacon And Parsley Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Corn Bread; 1 cup cake flour; 1 cup finely ground corn meal; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 cup milk; 1 400g tin creamed sweatcorn; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon celery salt; 3 tablespoons sunflower oil; Bacon and Parsley Butter; 1 cup soft unsalted butter; 1/2 cup cup cooked crisp bacon cut into small bits; 1 teaspoon finely chopped Italian parsley; salt to taste

Servings: persons

Corn Bread
1 cup cake flour
1 cup finely ground corn meal
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup milk
1 400g tin creamed sweatcorn
3 eggs
1 teaspoon celery salt
3 tablespoons sunflower oil
Bacon and Parsley Butter
1 cup soft unsalted butter
1/2 cup cup cooked crisp bacon cut into small bits
1 teaspoon finely chopped Italian parsley
salt to taste

1
Place a large pot, half filled with water, on the stove top to boil over medium heat.
2
Grease a 20cm ring metal steamer pot with a lid.
3
Mix the flour, corn meal, sugar, baking powder, celery salt, paprika and nutmeg in a large bowl.
4
Beat the eggs, then add the oil and milk and mix. Add to the dry ingredients.
5
Finally add the sweat corn and mix well.
6
Pour into the steamer pot and place the lid on. Carefully place in the pot of boiling water. The water should reach half way up the sides of the steamer pot. Place the lid on the pot. Check that the water does not boil out.
7
Steam for 90 minutes or until a skewer, inserted into the middle of the bread, comes out clean. The boiling time will depend on the size and shape of your steamer. I use one that makes a ring bread. This facilitates even cooking, especially in the middle.
8
Remove from the pan and allow to cool slightly with the lid off. Take a flat knife and move it around the outside and middle of the bread to release it from the pan. Invert onto a place and serve warm with butter.
9
To keep the bread warm place in tin foil and take with you. Serve on a bread board with butter.
10
Mash the butter with a fork. Add the bacon and parsley and mix well.
11
Add enough salt to your liking. You will need to balance the amount of salt you add to the saltiness of the bacon, so add it slowly and taste after each addition. Place in a butter dish and serve at room temperature.

1080

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Corn Bread, 1 cup cake flour, 1 cup finely ground corn meal, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Steamed Corn Bread With Bacon And Parsley Butter falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!