Amish Cornbread

Corn Bread is often thought of as a "southern creation” and maybe it is. But one would be surprised at how well the Amish have co-opted the dish and made it a favorite of their own. Homemade corn bread is a favorite in many Amish kitchens.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  cup  sifted flour
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1  tablespoon baking powder
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup yellow cornmeal
• 1  egg, well beaten
• 1  cup milk
• 5  tablespoons shortening, melted and cooled

Directions

1. Sift the first four ingredients together in a bowl.
2. Mix in the corn meal.
3. Blend the egg, milk, and shortening together until mixed.
4. Add to the dry ingredients and beat until smooth.
5. Turn the mixture into a greased (bottom only) 8X8X2 inch pan.
6. Bake at 425 for about 20 minutes.