Southern Sweet Potato Cornbread

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Heat the oven to 400°F/200°C and grease a cast-iron skillet or baking dish.

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1 cup cornmeal

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup mashed roasted sweet potato

1 cup buttermilk

2 large eggs

1/4 cup melted butter

2 tablespoons brown sugar

For fluffier cornbread, avoid overmixing the batter.

Make sure your sweet potatoes are well-mashed for a smooth batter.

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