Hasty pudding, a traditional American dish, is a versatile and comforting food with a rich history. It is a boiled porridge made with cornmeal, water or milk, and often other ingredients like butter, salt, sugar, and spices. Its consistency can range from thin and soupy to thick and pudding-like, depending on the ratio of cornmeal to liquid. This versatile dish can be sweet or savory, served as a breakfast porridge, a side dish, or a main course. In this collection, we present a variety of hasty pudding recipes, each with its own unique flavors and textures, from classic cornmeal mush to creative takes using different ingredients and cooking methods. Whether you prefer a simple and comforting meal or something more adventurous, you're sure to find a hasty pudding recipe here that you'll love.
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HASTY PUDDING
Hasty pudding is a pudding or porridge grain cooked in milk or water; it's closest American cousin is the famous grits of the South. The North American version, also known as corn mush or Indian mush, in its simplest form is corn meal cooked slowly in water until it thickens. It may be eaten hot, or left to cool and solidify. Slices of the cold pudding may then be fried. Hasty pudding was once a popular American food because of its low cost, long shelf life, and versatility, and was eaten with both sweet and savory accompaniments, such as maple syrup, molasses, or salted meat. Hasty pudding, itself, is memorialized in a verse of the early American song Yankee Doodle: Fath'r and I went down to camp Along with Captain Goodin', And there we saw the men and boys As thick as hasty puddin' The directions in this recipe call for long slow cooking (thus making the name a misnomer), but these days the slow-cooker might be a good alternative way to go. From the New England chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Breakfast
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Make a paste of the corn meal and cold water, stirring until there are no lumps and pour gradually into the boiling water.
- Stir until very thick.
- Place in a double boiler, cover and cook from 2 to 3 hours, stirring frequently.
- Serve hot with sugar and milk, with plenty of butter and salt as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 590.9, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.6
HASTY PUDDING WITH WHIPPED CREAM
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Categories dessert
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F; position a rack in the center of the oven. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk the cornmeal, flour, cinnamon and salt to combine. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the half-and-half, maple syrup, molasses and brown sugar. Heat until just starting to boil, then lower to a simmer and slowly add the cornmeal mixture, a little at a time, whisking constantly. Simmer, whisking, for about 5 minutes. Whisk in the butter and the orange zest and juice.
- Transfer the pudding to the prepared baking dish and bake until set, 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Serve topped with whipped cream, spread evenly over the pudding.
- With an electric mixer, whip the cream until soft peaks form. Add the confectioners' sugar and continue whipping until the cream holds stiff peaks. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Yield: 3 cups
HASTY PUDDING -A VERY OLD CORNMEAL RECIPE
I like to prepare this very easy comfort food when: 1. It is cold out. 2. For a quick breakfast. 3. When I need just a snack. 4. When I am sad. 5. When I can't sleep. 6. When it is raining. 7. When I have hunger pains. 8. When it is snowing out. 9. When it is hot out. 10.For SANTA 11.When I have nothing else to do. 12.And...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Snacks
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Put the cornmeal in a bowl and add 1cup of cold water.. In a heavy saucepan bring 3 cups of water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Carefully stir in the cornmeal mixture, making sure it does not lump. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally,for 12 to 15 minutes. Serve pudding with a pat of butter ( Oh! go ahead LOTS,of butter) and the sweetener of your choice, or cream.
- 2. Picture is my lunch 10/31/11 lots of butter, maple syrup in the middle.. I eat around the outer edge first, while dipping the spoon with pudding into the syrup. My, my, that,s GOOOOD!
HASTY CHOCOLATE PUDDING
This pudding whips up in no time in your microwave... great for when you're craving a quick chocolate fix! Stir in some chopped bananas before chilling for a nutrition boost.
Provided by Debra
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes Chocolate Pudding Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa and cornstarch. Whisk in milk a little at a time so the mixture does not have any dry lumps.
- Place in the microwave, and cook for 3 minutes on high. Stir, then cook at 1 minute intervals, stirring between cooking times for 2 to 4 minutes, or until shiny and thick. Stir in vanilla.
- Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming, and chill in the refrigerator. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 52.3 mg, Sugar 31.1 g
Tips:
- Select the right cornmeal: Use a medium or coarse cornmeal for a hearty, textured hasty pudding. Fine cornmeal will result in a smoother, creamier pudding.
- Use whole milk for a richer flavor: While you can use water or skim milk, whole milk will give your hasty pudding a creamier, more decadent taste.
- Sweeten to taste: The amount of sugar you add to your hasty pudding is a matter of personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Add spices for extra flavor: Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are all classic spices that pair well with hasty pudding. Feel free to experiment with other spices, such as cardamom, cloves, or allspice.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Hasty pudding is traditionally served with milk and sugar, but you can also get creative with your toppings. Try maple syrup, honey, butter, fruit, or nuts.
Conclusion:
Hasty pudding is a simple but satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. It is also a great way to use up leftover cornmeal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious bowl of hasty pudding.
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