Corn Bread

1. Place oven rack in the middle position and preheat the oven to 225^oC (425^oF). Oil an 8-inch square baking dish or line with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, polenta, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper.

3. In another bowl, add the milk, egg and melted butter or margarine, and mix with a fork.

4. Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until the batter has a smooth and even texture.

5. Pour the batter into the baking dish.

6. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of the bread comes out clean.

Nutritional balance

This recipe provides foods from the following food groups:

• Grain products

One serving of this side dish is a tasty way to add a portion of grain products to your menu.