Cornbread Salad I 

Cornbread Salad I is a hearty, layered dish that combines the comforting flavors of cornbread with fresh vegetables, savory bacon, and a creamy ranch dressing. It's perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or as a satisfying side for any meal.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cornbread:

• Cooking spray

• 1 (16 ounce) package cornbread mix

• 1½ cups water

For the Salad:

• 10 slices bacon

• 1½ cups sour cream

• 1½ cups mayonnaise

• 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix

• 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained

• 3 tomatoes, chopped

• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper

• 1 cup chopped green onion

• 2 (11 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained

• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Prepare the Cornbread:

   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Spray the bottom and sides of an 8x8-inch pan with cooking spray.

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix and water until smooth.

   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

   • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   • Let the cornbread cool, then crumble it and set aside.

2. Cook the Bacon:

   • Place the bacon slices in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.

   • Drain the bacon on paper towels, then crumble it and set aside.

3. Prepare the Dressing:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix until well combined.

4. Assemble the Salad:

   • In a large serving dish, crumble half of the cornbread in the bottom.

   • Layer with half of the pinto beans, tomatoes, green bell pepper, green onions, corn, shredded Cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.

   • Spread half of the dressing mixture over the top.

   • Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with the dressing on top.

5. Chill and Serve:

   • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

🍽️ Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 460 kcal

• Total Fat: 31g

• Saturated Fat: 10g

• Cholesterol: 44mg

• Sodium: 1256mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 33g

• Dietary Fiber: 5g

• Sugars: 5g

• Protein: 15g

• Vitamin C: 23mg

• Calcium: 247mg

• Iron: 2mg

• Potassium: 451mg