3 c Self rising white cornmeal
1 c All purpose flour
1 tb Sugar
1 ts Baking powder
1 ts Onion powder or 1 med. onion
-chopped fine; (optional)
2 1/4 c Buttermilk
2 tb Bacon dripping; (optional)
Combine all dry ingredients. Add buttermilk and bacon drippings and stir
mixture until well blended. Pour about 4 inches of cooking oil into
saucepan or deep fryer to 350 degrees. With a teaspoon, scoop some batter
and with your finger slid it into the oil. As hush puppies float to the
top, turn them so they brown evenly. Drain on paper towels. Makes about 3
dozen.
Yields
1 Servings