Delicious Southern Cracklin Bread Recipe

Cracklin bread is a traditional Southern dish made with cornmeal and cracklins, which are crispy fried pork fat. This recipe combines the sweetness of cornmeal with the savory crunch of cracklins to create a unique and flavorful bread that is perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup cracklins
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons bacon grease
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda
3. Stir in cracklins and bacon grease
4. Slowly add buttermilk, mixing until well combined
5. Pour batter into a greased cast iron skillet
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown
7. Serve warm with butter and honey

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