Oh boy, let me tell you about this little baking adventure I had today. I decided to whip up some Country Clouds Corn Bread Pudding, and let me just say, it was quite the experience.
So, I started by gathering all my ingredients. I grabbed some cornmeal, some flour, eggs, and I found this interesting “OOO Cornbread” mix that I figured was worth a shot. I also got some vanilla extract, because I like that in everything I bake.
First off, I mixed the dry ingredients in a big bowl. Then, I cracked the eggs into another bowl, added the vanilla, and whisked it all together. I slowly poured the wet ingredients into the dry ones, stirring until it was all combined. It looked a little lumpy, but I figured that’s just how cornbread batter is supposed to be.
- Dry ingredients mixed.
- Eggs cracked, vanilla added, and everything whisked.
- Wet and dry ingredients combined.
I preheated the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, just like my grandma used to do. While that was heating up, I greased a baking dish. I used butter because, let’s be honest, butter makes everything better.
Once the oven was ready, I poured the batter into the greased dish and popped it in the oven. I set a timer for about 45 minutes, but I kept an eye on it because you never know with ovens, right? They all have their own personalities. After about 40 minutes, the edges started to pull away from the dish, and the top looked golden brown and set. So, I pulled it out of the oven and let it cool for a bit.
Results
The smell in my kitchen was amazing—like a mix of sweet corn and vanilla. It really did remind me of those country fairs we used to go to when I was a kid. The pudding was still warm when I cut into it. It was soft and moist, with a bit of a crusty top. I took a bite, and man, it was good! The cornbread flavor was there, but it was more like a dessert than just regular cornbread. I even thought about blueberries, inspired by some other recipe I read online. Next time, I’m gonna try adding some in for fun.
I ended up sharing some with my neighbors, and they loved it too. One of them said it reminded her of something her mom used to make, which was a nice compliment. Overall, it was a fun little baking project, and I’m definitely going to make it again. Maybe next time I’ll experiment with adding some different flavors or toppings. Baking is all about having fun and making something tasty, right?
This whole experience reminded me of those old Native American recipes, using cornmeal instead of wheat flour. It’s like a little piece of history in every bite. Baking this cornbread pudding was a blast, and I can’t wait to see what other baking adventures I can get into. For now, I’m just going to enjoy another slice of this deliciousness. Cheers!
