Hoe Cakes

Name: Hoe Cakes
Ingredients: 1/4 c. Crisco shortening or Crisco oil; 1 1/2 c. self-rising cornmeal; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1 1/4 c. buttermilk; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1 Tbsp. Crisco shortening, melted

6 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1/4 c. Crisco shortening or Crisco oil
1 1/2 c. self-rising cornmeal
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 1/4 c. buttermilk
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 Tbsp. Crisco shortening, melted

Directions

1

Heat 1/4 cup Crisco shortening or oil to 365° in electric skillet or on medium-high heat in heavy skillet.
2

Combine cornmeal and baking soda in medium bowl.
3

Add buttermilk, egg and 1 tablespoon melted shortening.
4

Stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
5

Pour 1/4 cup batter into skillet for each hoe cake. Fry 1 or 2 minutes or until golden brown on each side.
6

Add additional shortening, if necessary.
7

Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
8

Makes 6 servings.