BACON CORN BREAD

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"Central Illinois is one of the major corn and pork producing areas of the country, so why wouldn't this bread be a favorite here? asks Carol Roper of Litchfield, Illinois. She dresses up a basic batter with corn, onion and cheese, then tops it with poppy seeds and bacon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix
1 large egg
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup whole milk
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated onion
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds, optional
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients just until blended. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon, poppy seeds if desired and paprika. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.