Corn Bread
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Corn bread is a moist and slightly sweet bread made from cornmeal, often baked until golden brown. It provides a good source of carbohydrates and is a comforting addition to many meals.
This item is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Popular Home Recipes for Corn Bread
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Corn Bread shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Corn bread is a classic, slightly sweet bread made with cornmeal, perfect for pairing with chili, soups, or a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- •1 cup cornmeal
- •1 cup all-purpose flour
- •1/4 cup granulated sugar
- •1 tbsp baking powder
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1 cup milk
- •2 large eggs
- •1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- 2In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3In a separate bowl, beat together milk, eggs, and melted butter.
- 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 5Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- 6Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Chef Tips
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with buttermilk.
- Add a cup of corn kernels for extra texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.