Skillet Corn Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425.
2. 2
   Warm a 9-inch cast-iron skillet over moderate heat.
3. 3
   Add the oil and heat.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, in a bowl, sift the flour with the sugar, baking powder and salt.
5. 5
   Stir in the cornmeal.
6. 6
   Add the milk and eggs and stir lightly.
7. 7
   Add the melted butter and stir just until blended.
8. 8
   Scrape the batter into the hot skillet; the oil should bubble.
9. 9
   Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 18 minutes, or until the center springs back when gently pressed.
10. 10
    Turn the corn bread out onto a rack to cool.
11. 11
    If using for stuffing, coarsely crumble the corn bread.