Green Chile Cornbread

Directions

1. 1
   Fry bacon in skillet until crisp.
2. 2
   Drain and reserve drippings.
3. 3
   Crumble bacon and set aside.
4. 4
   Combine cornmeal, salt, sugar and baking soda in large mixing bowl.
5. 5
   Add milk and eggs, stirring until blended.
6. 6
   Add onion, pimiento, corn, chili peppers and bacon bits and mix well.
7. 7
   Grease 10 inch, cast iron skillet with some reserved bacon drippings.
8. 8
   Pour half of cornmeal mixture into pan and cover with 1/2 cup cornmeal mixture.
9. 9
   Sprinkle top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
10. 10
    Bake at 350F (180C) F for 35 minutes or until tester inserted in centre comes out clean.