Buttermilk Cornbread with Baked Crust

Method

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, and egg.
4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Pour batter into a greased 8-inch square baking dish.
6. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.