Maple Corn Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Butter 9x9x2-inch metal baking pan.
3. 3
   Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt in processor; blend 5 seconds.
4. 4
   Add butter; process until mixture resembles coarse meal.
5. 5
   Whisk buttermilk, eggs, and maple syrup in large bowl.
6. 6
   Add cornmeal mixture; stir just until evenly moistened (do not overblend).
7. 7
   Transfer to prepared pan.
8. 8
   Bake bread until golden and cracked on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool bread in pan on rack.
10. 10
    (Can be made 1 day ahead.
11. 11
    Cover; store at room temperature.)