# Traditional Rustic Cornbread

**Servings:** 8 servings

## Description
A classic Southern-style cornbread with a golden, crispy crust and a moist, tender crumb. Baked in a cast-iron skillet for that perfect rustic touch.

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## Ingredients
- 2 cups stone-ground yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey

## Steps
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet.
2. Whisk dry ingredients (cornmeal, flour, powders, salt) in a large bowl.
3. Whisk wet ingredients (eggs, buttermilk, honey) in a separate bowl.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Add melted butter. Stir until just mixed.
5. Grease the hot skillet with butter.
6. Pour batter into skillet.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
8. Cool slightly before serving.

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