Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
12 cakes
Ingredients
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Combine cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Add boiling water and 1 tablespoon bacon grease; stir until bacon grease melts.
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Pour bacon grease to a depth of 1/2-inch in a large skillet; heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Shape cornmeal mixture into 12 flattened balls using a heaping tablespoon as a measuring guide.
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Fry, turning once, in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
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Recipe Tip
You can use shortening in cornbread batter instead of bacon grease if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 95 | Calories |
| 3g | Fat |
| 16g | Carbs |
| 2g | Protein |
