Sweet Skillet Cornbread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Whisk the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
2. 2
   Cook 6 tablespoons butter in an 8-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5 minutes; remove from the heat.
3. 3
   Whisk the eggs and honey in a bowl, then whisk in the milk, sour cream and browned butter.
4. 4
   Add to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined.
5. 5
   Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet over medium heat until it foams.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and add the batter.
7. 7
   Transfer to the oven; bake until the cornbread springs back when pressed, 20 to 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Let cool 15 minutes in the skillet before slicing.
9. 9
   Photograph by Con Poulos