Hot Water Cornbread. Hot water cornbread just seems natural for a recipe that uses cornmeal and hot water. The hot fat can be shortening or vegetable oil, but bacon drippings add a very nice flavor.

And it had jalapeños in it too! But the first time i tried cornbread in texas, it was a dense, savory bread with corn kernels. The final result is a wonderfully crispy side dish with a firm, yet light,.