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Brenda Gantt Cornbread Salad Recipe

Brenda Gantt Cornbread Salad Recipe

Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make salad recipe? If yes, then you have come to the right place. Brenda Gantt’s cornbread salad recipe is a popular dish that is enjoyed by many.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brenda Gantt Cornbread Salad Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 460kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • baking dish 
  • pan
  • bowl
  • Whisker

Ingredients

For Salad:

  • 4 cups of Hand-Grated Artisanal Cheese a melty mosaic of flavors
  • 1 Bell Pepper the vibrant painter’s palette in vegetable form
  • 24 ounces of Bacon cooked and crumbled, the crispy confetti of indulgence
  • 6-8 Green Onions the emerald whispers in the salad symphony
  • 2 Cans of Pinto Beans the earthy gems from the pantry
  • 2 Cans of Sweet Corn the golden nuggets of sweetness
  • 6-8 Vine-Ripened Tomatoes the sun-soaked jewels of summer

For Cornbread:

  • 2 cups of Velvety Buttermilk the creamy river in the cornbread landscape
  • 1 cup of White Lily Self-Rising Buttermilk White Cornmeal Mix the ethereal base
  • 4 Large Eggs the golden binding agents
  • 1 cup of Brown Sugar the molasses-kissed sweetness

For Salad Dressing:

  • 2 Packets of Premium Ranch Dressing Mix the ranch royalty
  • 3 cups of Gourmet Mayonnaise the velvety crown
  • 2 cups of Rich Buttermilk the liquid silk in the dressing realm

Instructions

Prepare Cornbread:

  • Preheat the oven according to the cornbread mix instructions. In a bowl, combine buttermilk, White Lily Self-Rising Buttermilk White Cornmeal Mix, eggs, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake as per the cornbread mix instructions. Allow it to cool and then crumble it into bite-sized pieces.

Cook Bacon:

  • Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.

Prepare Vegetables:

  • Dice the bell pepper, green onions, and tomatoes. Drain the pinto beans and sweet corn.

Make Salad Dressing:

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together ranch dressing mix, mayonnaise, and buttermilk until smooth. Adjust the consistency if needed.

Assemble Salad:

  • In a large serving bowl or trifle dish, layer the ingredients. Start with a base of crumbled cornbread, followed by pinto beans, sweet corn, diced bell pepper, tomatoes, green onions, bacon, and grated cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.

Dress Salad:

  • Pour the prepared salad dressing over the layered ingredients. Ensure the dressing covers the salad evenly.

Refrigerate:

  • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least a few hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld.

Serve:

  • Before serving, toss the salad gently to combine all the layers. Garnish with additional green onions or cheese if desired.

Enjoy:

  • Serve Brenda Gantt’s Cornbread Salad chilled, and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!

Notes

Here are some tips to make the perfect Brenda Gantt Cornbread Salad Recipe:
• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
• If using store-bought cornbread, make sure to use one that is slightly stale for best results.
• If you want to make the salad more flavorful, you can add some chopped herbs such as parsley or basil.
• You can use any type of dressing you like for the salad.
• You can also add some cooked bacon or diced ham to the salad to make it more filling.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal
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