Johnny Cake - cooking recipe

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)

Preparation

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