Hot Water Cornbread

Directions

1. 1
   Place cornmeal in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Pour in boiling water gradually, stirring until no dry cornmeal is visible.
3. 3
   Let stand until cool.
4. 4
   Shape into balls; flatten slightly.
5. 5
   Fry in 1/4 inches hot oil in a cast-iron skillet until brown on both sides, turning once.
6. 6
   Serve with turnip greens or other vegetables.
7. 7
   May add additional boiling water for thinner batter consistency to drop from spoon into hot oil.
8. 8
   Yield:
9. 9
   6 servings.