Cornmeal Pancakes

From my well worn copy of Joy of Cooking. For just Jack and me, I make half a recipe (but use a whole egg). Usually make waffles, but pancakes are really good, too.

Note: If using powdered milk (I like Nido full-fat brand), increase boiling water to 1 1/2 cups, and add 2 Tbs. powdered milk to flour mixture.

  • 1 c. corn meal

Place it in a bowl and add:

  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbs. sugar

Stir in slowly:

  • 1 C. boiling water

Cover and let stand 10 minutes. Beat together and add to the corn meal:

  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 c. milk (or 2 Tbs. powdered milk plus 1/2 C. water)
  • 2 Tbs. melted butter (I just add the unmelted butter after the boiling water)

Add and stir with a few swift strokes:

  • 1/2 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. double-acting baking powder