<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Newsgroup: rec.food.cooking From: Mary Ash <[log in to unmask]> Date: Sat, 07 Sep 1996 07:08:37 -0700 Johnnycakes are fried just like pancakes. Hushpuppys originally were made to "hush puppies" when fisherman would throw fried bits of dough to quiet their dogs. Hence the term hush puppies. Also, hush puppies are traditionally fried in oil that was used to cook fish or seafood and in that is why they have their unique flavor. I love hush puppies and wouldn't mine having a couple for dinner tonight. Mary Old-Time Johnny Cakes From: 1950 Red Betty Crocker 1 egg 2 cups corn meal 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups milk Beat egg. Stir in corn meal, salt and milk to make a thick batter. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a well greased skillet. Fry until golden on each side. Stir batter occasionally to keep well mixed. Serve hot with butter. Makes 12. Mary