Hot Water Cornbread
Serves: 5
Cierra Adams
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
43
Spice
55
Sweetness
53
Sourness
37
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.2
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and sugar
2
Add boiling water and shortening; stir until shortening melts
3
Pour oil or bacon fat to a depth of 1/2 inch in a large skillet and heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
4
Shape cornmeal mixture into flattened balls using a heaping tablespoon as a measuring guide
5
Fry each in hot oil, turning once, until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes
6
Drain on paper towels
7
Serve at once with maple syrup or honey