Savory Cornbread

This is a savory version of cornbread that I served at the wedding. The onion and peppers add flavor and the corn adds texture.

CORNBREAD

1 cup Corn Meal

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 to 4 tablespoons sugar

4 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup milk

1 large egg, beaten

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup fine diced onion

1/4 cup fine diced red pepper or jalapeno peppers

1/4 cup corn niblets

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
2. Grease 8-inch square pan with solid vegetable shortening or non-stick cooking spray.
3. In large bowl, combine corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
4. Add milk, egg and oil. Beat until fairly smooth, about 1 minute.
5. Add the onions, peppers, and corn, mix evenly.
6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 23 minutes, or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean