Southern Cornbread Supreme

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. 2
   Lightly grease an 11 x 7 inch baking dish and set aside.
3. 3
   In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the beef, stirring until it crumbles and no pink remains.
4. 4
   With a slotted spoon, remove the ground beef from the pan and set aside to drain on paper towels.
5. 5
   Add the onions and brown 5 minutes in the pan drippings; drain and set aside.
6. 6
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, and baking soda.
7. 7
   Make a well in the center and add the eggs, buttermilk, and oil, stirring just until moistened.
8. 8
   Add the reserved beef and onions.
9. 9
   Stir in the peas, corn, cheese, salt, pepper, and jalapenos, mixing well.
10. 10
    Spread into prepared pan and bake 1 hour.
11. 11
    Serve hot.