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Fried Cornmeal Mush

A classic comfort food, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cornmeal
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • to taste Maple Syrup or Honey Optional, for serving

Instructions 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add salt.
  2. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal, reducing heat to low. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour the mixture into a loaf pan and let it cool until firm, about 1 hour.
  4. Once firm, cut the mush into slices.
  5. Heat butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the slices until golden brown on both sides.
  6. Serve hot with maple syrup or honey, if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Comfort Food
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