Hushpuppies

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   Using a fine-meshed sieve over a large bowl, sift together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne.

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   Using a rubber spatula, stir in the buttermilk, egg, and scallions, until a batter is formed.

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   (Take care not to over-mix the batter or the hushpuppies will be dense.)

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   Pour the oil for frying into a large heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of 2 inches.

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   Place over medium heat and heat to 375 degrees F. Working in small batches, using a greased teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, turning once, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per batch.

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   Using a slotted spoon, transfer the hushpuppies to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt.

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   Serve immediately.

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   Cook's Note: Using a greased spoon (vegetable oil spray works well) helps to release the batter from the spoon.

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   Additionally, if you drop the batter off of the tip of the spoon it will form ball shapes; if dropped off the side it will form oblong shapes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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