Golden and crisp from a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet, this traditional Appalachian cornbread is a staple of mountain kitchens. Made with simple ingredients and baked until perfectly browned, it has a crunchy crust and tender, crumbly center. For generations, families throughout the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley have served cornbread alongside soup beans, fried potatoes, garden vegetables, and fresh-churned butter. Humble yet hearty, Appalachian cornbread reflects the resourcefulness,...