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    Home » Recipes » The Amish Cook Column

    The Amish Cook: A Corn Roast and Homemade Amish Cornbread Salad

    Published: Sep 28, 2014 · Updated: Oct 16, 2020 by The Amish Cook | 16 Comments

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    Hello to all of you!

    `What a perfect day we are having!  The weather couldn’t be nicer, even if it would try to improve!  I’m nestled in a chair on our new deck enjoying the birds songs and other sounds of nature. I'll share an Amish cornbread salad recipe in this column, so stay tuned!

    We’ve had another blessed week. On Saturday evening my husband Daniel and I hopped on our bicycles, placed Julia in her carrier, and headed for the Wengerds where we anticipated a corn roast. A while ago we had purchased tickets for this supper. Perhaps I’ll give more details on that later in this letter.  I had looked forward to an evening of fellowship and was curious to find out what the roasted corn would be like. It’s something I wasn’t very familiar with. Shortly after arriving at their house we headed back to the picnic spot where they had just completed their grilling. I glanced around taking it all in.  It was a beautiful fall evening, the setting was so perfect, so peaceful.  Off to the right was a little pond with  trees surrounding it.  A red checkered tablecloth covered the table laden with food that the Wengerds had prepared for us.

    Other friends who had also purchased tickets joined in. We formed a circle around the fire. Julia was thoroughly impressed to sit beside Mom and Daddy on a pink little camping chair, just her size!

    After a word of prayer and thanks to God we filled our plates.  I was astounded to see the large selection of items they had grilled over the open fire. It all looked mouthwatering and proved to be absolutely delicious

    First, there were 3 kinds of meat to choose from which included steaks, chicken breasts and drumsticks. There were also breads along with homemade barbecue sauce, ketchup and pepper mustard also served. The combination certainly made for delicious sandwiches! Diced potatoes had been marinated and attractively placed on skewers and placed on the rack and grilled until tender. I always enjoy trying new things so I was eager to bite into the corn. Well, this certainly wasn’t a disappointment.  In fact, I was impressed.  The ears had been grilled in the husks over the fire which added a delicious smoked flavor to a regular cob of sweet corn.

    Wanita Wengerd had prepared one of my favorite salads: cornbread salad.  Have you ever heard of corn bread salad?  If you haven’t you need to give it a try. It’s absolutely scrumptious.  It’s made with cornbread and fresh veggies from the garden and topped with cheese, bacon, and a sauce to moisten everything.  I’ll include my favorite recipe in case you are interested.

    Amish Cornbread Salad - Amish365

    After everyone was finished with the main course several of us ladies made mountain pies. We spread cream cheese and pie filling on a slice of bread then topped it with another piece ,sandwich style and place it in a  pie iron.  The pie iron is then placed on hot embers until the bread is toasted to a golden brown.  After removing the mountain pie from the iron we spread powdered sugar on each side.  Mmm, that is always a delicious campfire treat! (and, speaking of delicious, you'll love the Amish cornbread salad recipe ahead!)

    Back to what I mentioned concerning the tickets we purchased for the supper.  We purchased them at our school auction.  Every other year we as a church get together for an auction. All the proceeds go to  our school. Everyone is welcome to bring any items they wish to  donate. Generally there’s a good variety of homemade items such as clothing, food, or bigger items like furniture, a sandbox or a greenhouse.  It’s quite interesting to see what other people come with up with to bring along.  Several sets of certificates for meals or campouts were sold like the ones we bought to join the Wengerds for a corn roast. We paid $23 per plate.

    While writing this I had a little visitor. A hummingbird flew within several feet from where I was sitting. Obviously it was curious what I was up to and came to investigate.  I enjoy birds but am definitely partial to hummingbirds.  I never cease to marvel over their ability to fly backwards, sideways or however they choose. Their tiny quarter sized nests and teeny little eggs have always intrigued me as well.

    Here’s the Amish cornbread salad recipe. Use your imagination and make it according to your taste. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I already have!  This salad is really three recipes in one, but it’s worth the effort.  First, you make cornbread (if you don’t have a favorite recipe, I included one), then you prepare a dressing, and then top with layers.

    Jump to:
    • 🌽 Amish Cornbread Salad Ingredients
    • 📋 Cornbread Salad Instructions
    • 🌽 Additional Recipes with Cornbread
    • 📖 Full Recipe

    🌽 Amish Cornbread Salad Ingredients

    CORNBREAD

    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 /2 cup shortening
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 egg (beaten)
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1 cup cornmeal
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 /2 teaspoon salt
    Amish Cornbread Batter Wet and Dry Ingredients- Amish365
    Amish Cornbread Batter for Cornbread Salad - Amish365

    DRESSING

    • 1 1 /2 cup salad dressing
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1 /2 package Ranch dressing mix

    SALAD

    • 1 /4 cup pinto beans
    • 1 1 /2 cup corn
    • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
    • 1 /4 cup onion, chopped
    • 1 /2 cup pepper, chopped
    • 1 cup bacon
    • 1 cup cheese
    Amish Cornbread Salad Ingredients - Amish365

    📋 Cornbread Salad Instructions

    Making Amish Cornbread Salad - Amish365
    1. Mix the cornbread ingredients together in a bowl and pour batter into a square 9 X 9 greased pan. Bake at 350 until 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    2. Cool.
    3. Crumble and put half of it in a 9 X13 Tupperware.
    4. Mix and spread half of this dressing over the cornbread. 
    5. Then in separate bowls have all of the following ingredients prepared
    6. Spread half of each ingredient over dressing. Repeat layers. Refrigerate. Delicious!

    🌽 Additional Recipes with Cornbread

    Homemade Amish Cornbread

    Southern Buttery Amish Cornbread

    Sour Cream Amish Cornbread

    📖 Full Recipe

    Amish Cornbread Salad 2 - Amish365

    Amish Cornbread Salad

    What's better than cornbread alone -- cornbread in a salad!
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    Course Salad
    Cuisine American, Amish

    Ingredients
      

    Cornbread

    • 1 cup milk
    • ½ cup shortening
    • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 1 egg (beaten)
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1 cup cornmeal
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Dressing

    • 1 ½ cup salad dressing
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • ½ package Ranch dressing mix

    Salad

    • ¼ cup pinto beans
    • 1 ½ cup corn
    • 1 cup tomatoes diced
    • ¼ cup onion chopped
    • ½ cup pepper chopped
    • 1 cup bacon
    • 1 cup cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Mix the cornbread ingredients together in a bowl and pour batter into a square 9 X 9 greased pan.
    • Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until a toothpick in the middle comes out clean.
    • Cool.
    • Crumble and put half of it in a 9 X 13 Tupperware.
    • Mix and spread half of this dressing over the cornbread. 
    • Then in separate bowls have all of the following ingredients prepared
    • Spread half of each ingredient over dressing.
    • Repeat layers. Refrigerate. Delicious!
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
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    Comments

    1. Michele

      September 28, 2014 at 8:58 pm

      I have a question about the Dressing...you listed the ingredients for the dressing as follows:
      Dressing:
      1 1 /2 cup salad dressing
      1 cup sour cream
      1 /2 package Ranch dressing mix
      Mix and spread half of this dressing over the cornbread.
      When you say 1 1/2 cups salad dressing, do you mean mayonnaise?
      Thank you for clarification.
      Regards,
      Michele

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      • Kevin

        September 28, 2014 at 9:18 pm

        Michele, yes, Miracle Whip, thanks for the question!

        Reply
    2. Colleen Rohrer

      September 29, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      Hello to Gloria and Kevin - I have had cornbread salad and loved it, but I am always eager to try a different recipe! Thank you! I am so enjoying your column Gloria - you have a nice way of writing and it is so enjoyable to read!!
      I have a question for Kevin - I have tried to buy a subscription for your new addition but when I try to log-in it won't let me. I have a password that I have not used in a long while - does it not work after a certain time frame? I would appreciate your help. Thank you both and have a great day!!

      Reply
      • Kevin

        September 29, 2014 at 11:38 pm

        Colleen, thanks for the kind comments! I think what you have to do is make sure you are logged out and then try subscribing. Ignore your old login, you have to create a new one. If you still have a problem after doing that, please email me and I'll help you further!

        Reply
    3. Mary Lynn

      September 29, 2014 at 4:47 pm

      Should that be 1 1/4 cups of pinto beans???

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      • Kevin

        September 29, 2014 at 11:37 pm

        Yes, Mary

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    4. Claudine

      October 16, 2020 at 7:15 pm

      The recipe looks good. I have a cornbread recipe I have used for years but this one is different to mine and I will be trying it soon.
      I really love the look and "feel" of your redesigned website. It is easy to get around on the page and there is a box at the top where you can jump to the recipe if you wish to. I, for one, like to read the whole thing before jumping to the recipe. I especially love the print friendly feature. The page comes up quickly and there is even a box you can click to add the photo of the recipe. I like to include a photo of the recipe when it is offered for future reference.
      You have put in a lot of hard work and a lot of hours redesigning Amish365 and it is appreciated. I have been a follower of yours for a number of years and hope to continue.
      Thank you Kevin.
      Claudine in Fort Worth, TX

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      • Kevin

        October 16, 2020 at 11:17 pm

        Thanks, Claudine, your feedback is appreciated, still working out some bugs, but looks good overall, I think!

        Reply
    5. David Ringer

      October 16, 2020 at 10:25 pm

      5 stars
      Will have try this recipe. I love getting your e-mail everyday I really enjoy them thank you

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      • Kevin

        October 16, 2020 at 11:17 pm

        Thanks, David, enjoy the salad!

        Reply
    6. Johanna Santore

      October 16, 2020 at 11:05 pm

      1
      -my mother had one of those old pie irons from the depression, and when i was a kid, probably close to 60 years ago, used to make those pies and cook them in the incinerator when my brother burned the weekly trash. how fun...

      Reply
      • Kevin

        October 16, 2020 at 11:18 pm

        Hope the pie did not smell/taste like garbage! I do like the pie iron pies, though!

        Reply
    7. Betty Hopkins

      October 17, 2020 at 8:49 am

      I like the new look. I really didn't have a problem with the old look, but this is definitely better. Love to read the blogs and then the recipes. Thank you for all of your work.

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      • Kevin

        October 17, 2020 at 10:43 pm

        Thank you, Betty, glad you are enjoying the new site!

        Reply
    8. Jackie Weber

      October 17, 2020 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      Kevin: The recipe looks very interesting and I think I might try it. By the way.........I love the looks of the site the way you have it now. It's a wonderful "upgrade".

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      • Kevin

        October 17, 2020 at 10:46 pm

        Thank you, Jackie, much appreciated, glad you like the new look, it was long overdue!

        Reply

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