Spicy Corn Bread Squares

Name: Spicy Corn Bread Squares
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup cornmeal; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 egg; 1 cup buttermilk; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Corn bread captures the fabulous flavor of homemade bread without the hassle of rising and kneading the dough. Chili powder and red pepper flakes add zip to this hearty bread.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Sprinkle with pepper flakes.
Bake at 425° for 14-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve warm.