Tomato Cornbread with Cheddar Cheese

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• Cornmeal: 1 cup

• All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup

• Sugar: 2 tablespoons

• Baking powder: 1.5 teaspoons

• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon

• Milk: 1 cup

• Egg: 1

• Melted butter: 1/4 cup

• Fresh tomato: 1 (diced)

• Cheddar cheese: 1/2 cup (shredded or crumbled)

• Chopped green onions: as desired (optional)

Tomato Cornbread with Cheddar Cheese is a delightful fusion of classic American flavors. It combines the tangy sweetness of fresh tomatoes, the coarse texture of cornbread, and the rich creaminess of cheddar cheese. With its inviting color and distinct layers, each bite offers a perfect blend of ingredients, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or everyday meals.

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg, add milk and melted butter, and stir until combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and gently stir until just combined, avoiding over-mixing which can make the batter too dense.

5. Add Tomatoes and Cheese: Gently fold in the diced tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese. Add chopped green onions for extra flavor if desired.

6. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased baking dish, smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the tomatoes according to personal preference. Add lemon juice for extra tang.

• Choose different levels of cheddar cheese maturity for a stronger flavor.

• To avoid a too-wet batter, ensure all ingredients are well combined but not over-mixed.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• This dish is not only delicious but also packed with dietary fiber (from cornmeal), quality protein (from cheese and egg), and various vitamins and minerals, promoting digestion, enhancing immunity, and making it a nutritious meal option.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

• Calories: Approximately 250 calories per serving.

• Protein: About 8 grams, suitable for muscle repair and growth.

• Fat: About 12 grams, with low saturated fat, beneficial for heart health.

• Carbohydrates: About 30 grams, providing quick energy release.

• Dietary Fiber: About 3 grams, aiding in gut health.

• Vitamins: Rich in vitamins A, C, and B-complex, supporting the immune system and metabolism.

• Minerals: Contains calcium, iron, and zinc, crucial for bone health, blood formation, and immune function.