Crackling Cornbread is a timeless Southern comfort food that combines tender, golden cornbread with crispy pork cracklins and rich bacon grease. Served hot from a cast iron skillet, it’s rustic, flavorful, and the perfect companion to greens, beans, or a bowl of soup.
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising cornmeal
- 1 cup pork cracklins
- 1 cup buttermilk (more as needed)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons bacon grease
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep Skillet
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place 2 tablespoons bacon grease in a cast iron skillet over medium heat and allow it to melt fully.
