RHODE ISLAND JOHNNY CAKES
Johnny cakes are the New England equivalent of tortillas. The simplest recipes call for nothing but cornmeal, boiling water, and a little salt. The batter should be fairly thin so that when fried on a hot griddle, the batter is no more than a quarter of an inch thick. Rhode Islanders take their johnnycakes so seriously that they...
Provided by star pooley
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Whisk together cornmeal, salt and sugar (if used). Bring water to a boil and pour over the meal mixture, whisking to prevent lumps. Let the batter rest 10 minutes.
- 2. Butter a large skillet or griddle and bring it to about 375 degrees, just to a sizzle (do not burn the butter). Add enough milk (1/2 to a cup) to the batter to make it the consistency of mashed potatoes, and drop by spoonfuls to make cakes about 2 or 3 inches wide and several inches apart (they will spread).
- 3. Let the cakes gently sizzle on the grill for about 6 minutes or as long as 11 minutes until you bring them to a deep golden brown on the bottom and slightly firm on the top, before turning them over.
- 4. Add some more butter to the griddle, and/or place a thin pat of butter on each cake, before turning them over and cooking for another 6 minutes (or longer) until they are a deep golden brown color.
- 5. Serve with butter and maple syrup.
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Sandiya Kumari
[email protected]These johnnycakes were a great way to use up some leftover cornmeal. They were quick and easy to make, and they turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.
Fasail Khan
[email protected]I've been making johnnycakes for years, and this recipe is definitely my favorite. The cakes are always light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior. I love them with butter and maple syrup.
Asifpathan
[email protected]These johnnycakes were delicious! I made them for dinner with some fried chicken and mashed potatoes. They were the perfect comfort food.
Yasmin Yasmin
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cornmeal pancakes, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The johnnycakes were light and fluffy, with a great flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.
hassan Baloc
[email protected]These johnnycakes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some spices next time, like cinnamon or nutmeg.
Govin Chhetri
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my johnnycakes turned out great! They were light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior. I served them with butter and honey, and they were delicious.
Suman Bhandari
[email protected]These johnnycakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more milk next time.
Rebecca Rogers
[email protected]I've never had johnnycakes before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.
JOHN NJOROGE
[email protected]These johnnycakes were so good! I loved the crispy edges and the fluffy interior. I served them with butter and maple syrup, and they were the perfect breakfast.
Calvin Washington
[email protected]Yum!
Tasmit Afzal
[email protected]These johnnycakes were delicious! I made them for breakfast this morning and they were a hit with the whole family. They were easy to make and had a great flavor. I will definitely be making them again.
Myles Funk
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed these johnnycakes. I'm not usually a fan of cornmeal pancakes, but these were light and fluffy, with a great flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.
Ephrem Zerihun
[email protected]These johnnycakes were a great way to use up some leftover cornmeal. They were quick and easy to make, and they turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.
Lovis Cash
[email protected]I've been making johnnycakes for years, and this recipe is definitely one of the best. The cakes are light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior. I love that they're not too sweet, so I can enjoy them with a variety of toppings.
Monirul Islam Mohsin
[email protected]These johnnycakes were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and had a delicious, slightly sweet flavor. I served them with butter and maple syrup, and they were the perfect comfort food on a cold winter day.