Spicy corn bread squares

Corn bread captures the fabulous flavor of home-made bread without the hassle of raising and kneading tne dough. Chili powder and red pepper flakes add zip to this hearty bread.

6 servings.

-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1 cup cornmeal
-¼ cup sugar
-2 teaspoons baking powder
-½ teaspoon baking soda
-½ teaspoon salt
-½ teaspoon chili powder
-1 egg
-1 cup buttermilk
-2 tablespoon vegetable oil
-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients.
In an another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
Pour into a greased 9-in square baking pan.
Sprinkle with pepper flakes.
Bake at 425*F for 14-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
Cut into squares and serve warm.

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