cornbread
n. uncountable B1 Intermediate US //ˈkɔɹnˌbɹɛd// UK //kˈɔːnbɹɛd// corn·bread
n. a type of bread made from cornmeal instead of wheat flour. It is usually baked in a pan and has a slightly sweet or savory flavor.
n. a type of bread made from cornmeal, typically baked in a pan and characterized by a dense, crumbly texture. Often associated with Southern American and Mexican culinary traditions.
We served warm cornbread with our dinner.
The recipe for traditional Southern cornbread often includes buttermilk and honey to give it a slightly sweet flavor.
While some modern recipes incorporate sugar and butter to create a sweeter profile, traditional cornbread is often savory, relying on the natural flavor of the cornmeal and a bit of salt.