HJR 379 Summary

• Designates cornbread as the official state bread of Alabama.

• Recognizes cornbread as a quick bread made with cornmeal developed by Native Americans and a distinguishing landmark of Alabama cuisine.

• Describes traditional Southern-style cornbread as made with heated bacon drippings, lard, or oil in a cast iron skillet, poured with yellow or white cornmeal batter, and baked into a moist cake with a browned, crunchy crust.

• Distinguishes true Southern cornbread from lighter, sweeter northern-style corn muffins prepared in regular baking dishes or muffin pans.

• Extends blessings to every Alabama home that recognizes, appreciates, and enjoys cornbread as a historical Alabama staple.