Kenyon Johnnycakes

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   Prepare the batter: Stir together cornmeal, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.

2. 2

   Pour in the boiling water and stir vigorously.

3. 3

   Batter may be thick.

4. 4

   Add more water as needed to thin the batter.

5. 5

   Cook the johnnycakes: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it's very hot.

6. 6

   Lightly coat with cooking spray.

7. 7

   Drop batter by the tablespoon onto the grill.

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   Do not turn cakes until browning can be seen around the edges -- cook for at least 6 minutes.

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   Spray the top with a little more cooking spray, turn, and cook until cooked through -- 5 to 6 minutes.

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    If you prefer thinner cakes, add up to 1/2 cup milk to the batter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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