We know that cornbread is a perfect barbecue side dish, but it also works great with stews, baked beans, and soups. Baking it at home is quite easy, but there are some tips you should follow if you want it to taste the best it can.
Make Sure You Use Fresh Cornmeal
When being stored for a longer time, cornmeal can become stale and rancid. This will cause the cornbread to taste off. Make sure always to use fresh cornmeal, even if you have some in the pantry.
Use Different Kinds of Cornmeal
You will find that the grocery store offers various kinds of cornmeal, from fine ground to coarse meal. They each result in different textures and flavors, so try different cornmeal to determine which one you like the best.
Don’t Use an Electric Mixer
Using an electric mixer will save you time but puts you in danger of overmixing the cornbread butter. Mixing by hand gives you more control and leaves some lumps that your cornbread will benefit from.
Consider Adding Sour Cream
Adding a scoop of sour cream can do wonders for the cornbread. It will improve the texture while keeping it moist. If you are worried about the way it will affect the taste, you can add a drop of vanilla extract to even out the flavor.
