Southwest Cornbread Salad Recipes

SOUTHWEST LAYERED CORNBREAD SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare and bake cornbread according to package directions. Cool completely on a wire rack. Break into crumbles., In a 3-qt. bowl, layer half of each of the following: cornbread, beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, dressing and cheese. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

SOUTHWEST CORNBREAD SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the cornbread mix, eggs, milk and chiles until blended. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and 2 cups cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the water, vinegar, oil and taco seasoning. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Cut cornbread into 1-in. cubes. In a large serving bowl, layer the cornbread, bean mixture and remaining cheese. Serve immediately.

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare the cornbread according to directions on package; cool and crumble.
• Set aside.
• Mix Ranch salad dressing mix with the buttermilk and mayonnaise. Set aside.
• Layer a large bowl with half each of cornbread, lettuce, tomatoes, beans, corn, bell peppers, cheese, bacon bits and green onions; spoon half of dressing evenly over the top. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients and dressing.
• Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Enjoy!

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD WITH BACON

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400ºF.
• Corn Muffins:
• Prepare muffin batter as directed on package; stir in chiles, cumin and oregano. Spoon into 12 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup half full. Bake 20 to 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool 10 min. Remove muffins from paper liners; crumble into large pieces.
• Salad Dressing:
• Mix sour cream and dressing.
• Salad:
• Spread half the crumbled Corn Muffins onto large platter. Cover with layers of all remaining Salad ingredients except bacon; top with remaining crumbled muffins, bacon and Salad Dressing. Serve immediately.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND CORN BREAD SALAD

Steps:

• Mix ranch dressing and salsa together in a small bowl.
• Layer 1/2 of the corn bread crumbles, pinto beans, corn, green chile peppers, and olives in a large bowl; cover with 1/2 of the dressing mixture. Layer bell pepper, chicken, bacon, onion, and tomatoes over dressing. Top with remaining corn bread crumbles and dressing mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors combine, 3 to 4 hours.

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare 8" pan of cornbread according to package directions. When cooled, cut into large cubes and toast in 375 degree oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from oven to cool. Set aside and prepare dressing using first three ingredients.
• Using 1/2 of cornbread, break into smaller chunks and place in glass serving dish. Begin layering 1/2 of the ingredients (except cheese, bacon & dressing)in order and repeat, beginning again with remaining cornbread. Spread top layer with dressing and top with cheese and bacon crumbles. Garnish with green onion tops or small sweet jalapenos,halved & seeded. Refrigerate until serving time.