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6 Servings1-1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1-1/4 cup buttermilk 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 tablespoon CRISCO Shortening, melted 1/4 cup CRISCO all-vegetable shortening or 1/4 CRISCO stick Combine cornmeal and baking soda in medium bowl. Add buttermilk, egg and one tablespoon melted shortening. Stir just until moistened. Heat 1/4 cup shortening to 365ºF in electric skillet or on medium-high heat in large heavy skillet. Pour one-fourth cup batter into skillet for each hoe cake. Fry 1 or 2 minutes or until golden brown on each side. Add additional shortening if necessary. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately. |
