Cade Toulousain: Savory Cornbread With Cheese And Bacon

Cade Toulousain is a traditional savory cornbread from Occitan cuisine, packed with delicious flavors of cheese and bacon. This recipe is perfect for a cozy brunch or as a side dish for a hearty meal.

Cade Toulousain: Savory Cornbread With Cheese And Bacon

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups grated cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Stir in the grated cheese and bacon.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
12g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking dish Mixing bowls Whisk

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cade Toulousain warm with a dollop of butter or alongside a hearty stew.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter.

Cost

$10