Cornbread (Southern)
Crispy-edged cornbread baked in a screaming hot cast iron skillet with bacon drippings.
Why It Works
Preheating the skillet with fat means the batter starts sizzling on contact, creating the signature crispy bottom crust; buttermilk reacts with baking soda for a tender crumb.
Key Ingredients
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