Small Batch Corn Bread

I'm not a big fan of leftover cornbread.   This is just the right size for my husband and I.

SMALL BATCH CORNBREAD

(serves 2-3)

Ingredients:

*4 tablespoons butter

*6 tablespoons cornmeal

*6 tablespoon all-purpose flour 

*1 teaspoon baking powder

*1/4 teaspoon baking soda

*1/4 teaspoon salt

*2 tablespoons granulated sugar

*1/2 tablespoon butter, melted

*1/2 cup buttermilk

*1 large egg

Directions:

~Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

~Place 4 tablespoons butter in a small casserole dish (8x6 inch) or small cast iron pan 

~Place in oven just until butter has melted.

~In a medium mixing bowl, whisk 6 tablespoons cornmeal 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until well incorporated.

~Stir in 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/2 tablespoon melted butter, and 1 large egg until just combined.

~Pour into casserole dish over the melted butter.

~Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean (it should be a golden brown on top).