Southern Corn Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Lightly butter a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt well to combine.
4. 4
   Make a well in the center, and pour in the milk, melted butter, and eggs.
5. 5
   Stir just until combined.
6. 6
   Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. 7
   Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool for 5 minutes.
9. 9
   (The corn bread can be baked up to 8 hours ahead.
10. 10
    To reheat, cool and cut it into serving pieces.
11. 11
    Wrap in aluminum foil, about 6 pieces to a package, and bake in a preheated 350F oven for about 15 minutes.)
12. 12
    Cut the corn bread into serving pieces, and remove from the pan with a spatula.
13. 13
    Serve warm.