Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Warm a casserole dish or cast iron skillet in the oven while preparing the batter.
Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Blend in milk, buttermilk, eggs and 7 Tbsp butter.
Remove hot dish from oven and coat with 1 Tbsp butter. Reduce oven to 375 degrees.
Pour batter into the skillet and bake 23 minutes. Broil 1 minute for an extra crispy top!
In a skillet over medium heat, lightly cook bacon. Add fresh cracked pepper, maple syrup, and 8 Tbsp butter and pour over warm cornbread and garnish with green onion {so delicious!} to serve warm.
Notes
If you half the recipe it's the perfect amount to make for family dinner night. Broil the cornbread after baking it for an extra crispy top.Use a high quality maple syrup for the richest taste.Bake the bread in a pre-heated oven for the best results.Serve warm to the table.