Herzhafter Maisbrotauflauf mit Schinken und Käse

Zutaten

• 2 Tbsp solid vegetable shortening
• 1 cup plain white cornmeal
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 3 Tbsp sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup small diced ham
• 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
• 1 cup whole kernel sweet corn
• 4 chopped green onions

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place 2 tablespoons of solid vegetable shortening into a 10 inch cast iron skillet and set it into the oven to preheat and melt the shortening.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl use a whisk to sift together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic and onion powders.

3. 3

   In a separate medium mixing bowl whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil and eggs until combined.

4. 4

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stir together until all of the dry ingredients are fully moistened.

5. 5

   Next, add ham, 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, canned corn and green onions to the cornbread batter. Mix to evenly distribute.

6. 6

   Remove the skillet from the oven and swirl the melted shortening around the pan coating the bottom and sides completely. Discard any excess.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the hot skillet and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.

8. 8

   Place into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

9. 9

   Rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.