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Hot Water Cornbread

Cost $3.5, save $10

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  • 15 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $3.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Dry Ingredients

    • 1 cup cornmeal
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • 🍬 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • Wet Ingredients

    • đź’§ Âľ cup boiling water
    • 1 tablespoon bacon grease
    • 1 cup bacon grease, or as needed

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Combine cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Add boiling water and 1 tablespoon bacon grease; stir until the bacon grease melts.

3

Pour bacon grease to a depth of 1/2-inch in a large skillet; heat to 375°F (190°C).

4

Shape cornmeal mixture into 12 flattened balls using a heaping tablespoon as a measuring guide.

5

Fry the shaped balls, turning once, in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes each batch. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

95

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 16g
    Carbs
  • 3g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use freshly rendered bacon grease for authentic flavor.Serve with maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness.Avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure proper frying and crispiness.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.