Amusement Park Cornbread

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup honey

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease an 8 x 8-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the oil, buttermilk, egg, and honey.
4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cornbread cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cornbread is believed to have originated in Mexico and was first introduced to the United States by Native Americans.
• Cornbread can be made with a variety of different ingredients, such as cornmeal, flour, sugar, butter, and eggs.
• Cornbread is a popular side dish in the Southern United States, especially in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, and Mississippi.