APPALACHIAN CORNBREAD

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On this westernmost ridge of the Appalachians, we get abundant rain and sunshine, which allows our children to grow a super sweet corn crop. With staggered plantings, there is enough to eat from mid-July through August, plus plenty to freeze for the long winter. This cornbread is just one way we use some of the bounty! -Anne Wiehler, Farmington, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons chopped onion
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup salsa
2 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. In a small saucepan, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil until tender; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and remaining oil. Stir in corn, cheese, salsa, chives and reserved onion. Stir into the dry ingredients just until combined., Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and top is lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.