beans and cornbread
beans and cornbread!!!! š Hereās a simple recipešš
Pinto Beans with Ham Hocks
Ingredients:
⢠1 lb dried pinto beans, soaked overnight and rinsed
⢠2-3 smoked ham hocks (or ham bone)
⢠1 onion, chopped
⢠3 cloves garlic, minced
⢠1 bell pepper, chopped
⢠1-2 celery stalks, chopped
⢠1 large tomato, chopped
⢠1 cup corn kernels (optional)
⢠6-8 cups water or chicken broth
⢠Salt and pepper to taste
⢠1 tsp cumin (optional)
⢠1 bay leaf (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, sautƩ onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery until softened.
- Add beans, ham hocks, water or broth, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomato, corn, and cumin; continue cooking for another 15-20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Remove ham hocks, shred meat, and return to the pot. Serve hot.
Skillet Cornbread
Ingredients:
⢠1 cup cornmeal
⢠1 cup flour
⢠1 tbsp baking powder
⢠1/2 tsp salt
⢠1/4 cup sugar (optional)
⢠1 cup buttermilk
⢠1/4 cup melted butter (plus extra for greasing skillet)
⢠1 large egg
⢠Optional: 1/2 cup chopped jalapenos, corn kernels, or shredded cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a cast iron skillet with butter and place it in the oven to heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, and egg.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Fold in any optional ingredients.
- Carefully pour batter into the hot skillet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving with beans. Enjoy!
Let me know if youād like to add any specific flavors or ingredients to this recipe!