1 3/4 c. corn meal
4 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. chopped onion
1 egg, beaten
2 c. boiling water
Salad oil

Combine dry ingredients, onion and egg. Add boiling water, stirring constantly until mixture is smooth. Add more water if necessary. Drop by spoonfuls into deep, hot oil.