“Cinco de Mayo has come to represent a celebration of the contributions that Mexican Americans and all Hispanics have made to America.” ~ Joe Baca

For those of you gearing up for Cinco de Mayo celebrations, I wanted to share this delicious recipe for jalapeno corn bread.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups cornmeal

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

6 tablespoons sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

2 eggs

1 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup olive oil

3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped

Directions

1.       In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk and oil. Add to the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened. Stir in jalapenos.

Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan.

2.       Bake at 400 degrees F for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

Cut into squares or wedges. Serve warm and enjoy!