Description
A heartwarming and flavorful cornbread casserole featuring sautéed vegetables and optional cheese, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (onion, bell peppers, and optional leafy greens)
- 1 cup cheese (optional)
- Herbs (thyme, garlic powder, to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt some butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a large bowl, stir together cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just moistened.
- Fold in the sautéed vegetables and any optional cheese or herbs.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Feel free to modify vegetables based on your preferences and pantry supplies. For a sweeter taste, drizzle honey or maple syrup over each slice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cornbread, casserole, vegetarian, side dish, baking