Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, room temperature3/4 cup buttermilk1/3 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 cup chopped pecansAdditional maple syrup, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in pecans.
Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in pan before removing to a wire rack. Serve warm with syrup if desired or allow to cool.
