RHODE ISLAND JOHNNYCAKES 
1 c. cornmeal
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 c. boiling water

Mix together first 3 ingredients. Add boiling water. Mixture will be thick. Use a well greased pan. If possible, use an electric griddle or fry pan set at 380 degrees. Drop by scant 1/4 cupfuls. DO NOT TOUCH OR TURN OVER FOR SIX MINUTES. Then, turn over and leave for 5 minutes.

Makes 8 to 10.

Serve with butter and maple syrup or strawberry jam.

 

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