Crackling Bread

Posted by: "Johnny" Trader1969@yahoo.com trader1969
Thu May 15, 2008 1:21 am (PDT)
Crackling Bread

6 Tbs (90 ml) bacon grease or butter, melted
1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour
4 tsp (40 ml) baking powder
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
1 cup (250 ml) yellow or white cornmeal
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup (250 ml) milk
1 cup (250 ml) chopped crackling or fried pork skins

Place 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the bacon grease in a heavy, 8- or 9-
inch (20 - 23 cm) cast iron skillet and place the skillet in a
preheated 425F (220C) oven until the grease sizzles. Tilt the pan
thoroughly coat the bottom and sides of the skillet before adding the
batter. Meanwhile, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a
mixing bowl. Stir in the cornmeal. Make a well in the center of the
flour mixture and add the beaten egg, milk, and remaining bacon
grease. Beat vigorously for 1 minute, fold in the crackling, and pour
into the hot skillet. Bake at 425F (220C) for 20 to 25 minutes, until
golden brown. Cut into squares or wedges. Serves 6 to 8.