Chef John’s Rustic Italian Corn Bread

Description I was speaking with my mother, Pauline, last week, and she told me about a bread she used to eat at her grandmother’s house. She said it was basic Italian bread, but had some cornmeal in it, and was one of her favorites. I love to play food detective, so I took her description … Read more

Authentic Mexican Corn Bread

Description Sweet and moist Mexican corn bread. This is how it’s made in Mexican homes and served as an appetizer or dessert. Ingredients 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (such as La Lechera®) ½ cup white sugar (Optional) 5 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 (15.25 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained and … Read more