Jalapeno And Onion Corn Sticks

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
1	tablespoon	Olive Oil	Olive Oil Olive oil, derived from olives, is a versatile cooking oil with a rich history and a distinctive flavor. It is widely used in Mediterranean cuisine and offers numerous health benefits. Read more...
1/2	cup	Onion » finely chopped	Onion The Onion is a member of the Allium family of plants and is a close relative of garlic, scallions, leeks and chives. Onions are considered root vegetables because they grow below the surface of Read more...
1/3	cup	Corn » thawed if frozen
3	each	Jalapeno Peppers » minced	Jalapeno Peppers Jalapeno Peppers - pronounced 'hah-luh-PAYN-yoh PEH-purs' are medium sized chili peppers with a smooth, firm texture and a bright green color, though they can ripen to red. They typically measure about 2 to Read more...
1	clove	Garlic » minced	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread, or using it Read more...
1 1/4	cup	All-purpose Flour	All-purpose Flour All-purpose flour, pronounced 'awl-PUR-puhs flour' is a staple in baking and cooking. It's a flexible ingredient made from wheat that has been milled to remove the bran and germ, leaving behind the endosperm Read more...
1	cup	Cornmeal
1/4	cup	Brown Sugar » firmly packed	Brown Sugar Brown sugar is a type of sweetener made from white sugar mixed with molasses. It has a rich flavor and moist texture, perfect for baking cookies, cakes, and sweet sauces. It adds depth and Read more...
2 1/2	teaspoons	Baking Powder	Baking Powder Baking powder is a leavening agent used in baking to make doughs and batters rise. It belongs to the chemical leavening agent family. It's used to help baked goods rise and become fluffy. It's Read more...
1/2	teaspoon	Salt	Salt Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning. Above and beyond its basic uses, table Read more...
1/4	cup	Vegetable Shortening
1	cup	Cheddar Cheese » shredded
1 1/4	cups	Milk	Milk Milk is a creamy liquid produced by mammals. It is essential in diets worldwide. Milk tastes slightly sweet and rich, used in cooking, baking, and as a drink. Milk's shelf life varies; refrigerated, it Read more...
1	large	Egg	Egg Chicken eggs, laid by hens, are common food items encased in a shell with a liquid interior that becomes solid when cooked. They're essential for many recipes, providing texture and flavor. Eggs are nutritious, Read more...

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
30 Minutes	15 Minutes	45 minutes

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F / 200°C / Gas Mark 6

- Grease 2 cast-iron corn stick mold pans (7 molds each) or an ovenproof 10-inch skillet.

1. Place the molds in the oven while the oven is heating and prepare the batter.

2. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

3. Add onion and cook over medium-low heat until very tender, about 8 minutes.

4. Stir in corn, jalapeno peppers and garlic.

5. Sautee for 5 minutes, remove from heat and set aside to cool.

6. In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until blended.

7. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

8. Stir in the onion mixture and cheddar cheese.

9. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well blended.

10. Stir into flour mixture until batter is just blended.

11. Spoon the batter into the preheated corn stick molds. Batter should fill molds completely.

12. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

13. Cool corn sticks in molds on wire racks for 10 minutes.

14. Remove from molds and serve warm.

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