Let’s remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday today by making something special to eat. You are probably home from school today and are ready to work in the kitchen. The Chef is ready for another year of helping you find joy in preparing food for yourself and others.
Nothing satisfies the soul and stomach any better these bitter cold January days than to make a big pot of chili served with piping hot cornbread. The next best is to invite someone to share it with you.
Here is the recipe for my favorite Corn Bread. Try this recipe out on your family the next time you have chili. Maybe today?
Favorite Corn Bread
3/4 cup yellow corn meal
1 1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease an 8 or 9 inch pan or a 12 cup muffin tin. Measure dry ingredients into medium bowl.
Make a well in center and add milk, beaten egg, vegetable oil and Cheddar cheese. Mix only until all flour is moistened.
Pour into prepared pan or muffin tins. Bake 20-25 minutes for the larger pan and 15-18 minutes for the muffins.
These are best served piping hot with butter or perhaps with honey.
I hope you stay warm today as you remember this leader who gave his life for the cause of freedom.
