1 1/2 c. white cornmeal
4 tsp. baking powder
Salt to taste
1 tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. grated onion
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 c. rapidly boiling water
Fresh corn oil to cover

Combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, grated onion and egg and blend well. Add the water rapidly while stirring. The water must be boiling when added.

Heat the oil to 370 degrees. Drop the mixture by rounded spoonfuls into the oil. Cook until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Yield: approximately 36.