Whether you like this US classic sweet and dense or savory and crumbly; whether you prefer bacon and cheese seasoning or a topping of chilies, the versatile Cornbread has you covered! The soft, but firm baked bread made with cornmeal is easily the most important memorabilia of the American past, which is especially associated with the American South. Corn has been a staple ingredient among the Native Americans, who created the first version of what is today known as cornbread. Originally, cornbread was white in color, and since it was made with stone-milled corn, which produced coarser flour, it created a more substantial meal. The change occurred with the introduction of industrial mills, which finely ground the corn and caused the loss of natural sweetness. During this period, wheat, eggs, and milk products were introduced, to transform the well-known firm and rustic cornbread into a softer and more subtle version. However, the southern part of the United States kept the tradition of preparing the rustic variety, while the northern adopted the leavened, softer, and sweeter version. These days, some people add buttermilk and sour cream for a richer flavor.
The versatility of this otherwise simple creation is also found in how the bread is consumed. While some American cultures treat it as a substantial side dish and often use it as an accompaniment to bean and lentil stews, some cover it in honey or molasses and often make muffins to eat it as a dessert. Some even treat it as a breakfast essential and have it by drenching it in a warm glass of milk.
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