My thanksgiving table is incomplete without this cornbread, it’s truly the best cornbread on earth and the only recipe I use. I know there’s a bit of a divide when it comes to sweet vs savory cornbread. I’ve always been team sweet cornbread — for one, the batter needs sugar to stay moist and have a nice texture (savory cornbread is usually always dry!) and I just think cornbread slathered in honey butter is superior. This recipe is pretty simple and straightforward, but do make sure you buy medium grind cornmeal and do not omit the creamed corn.
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