Johnny Cake

5 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. white cornmeal (preferably stone-ground)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. boiling water
  • 3 to 4 Tbsp. milk or cream
  • 1 tsp. sugar or molasses (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix all ingredients to consistency of mashed potatoes, adding more liquid if necessary.
  2. 2
    Drop by spoonfuls onto hot greased griddle to make cakes 1/2-inch thick by 2 1/2-inches across.
  3. 3
    Fry 6 to 8 minutes on each side until there is a brown crunch crust and the inside is done.
  4. 4
    Makes 12.
  5. 5
    Serve with butter or maple syrup or both.

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