Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
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1 cup corn meal
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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4 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup milk
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1 egg
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¼ cup shortening
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1 tsp–¼ cup chopped jalapeños, to taste
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¼ cup sugar (optional)
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½ of a 15 ounce can whole corn, drained (optional)
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease an 8-inch baking pan.
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Combine corn meal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
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Add egg, sugar, and shortening.
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Beat until fairly smooth (about 1 minute).
1 minute
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. If corn is added to batter, increase time by about 50%
20–25 minutes
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Serve hot!