The Islands Johnny Cake!!

1. 1

   Mix dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl and work in the butter with your fingers.

2. 2

   Add 1 cup of water to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

3. 3

   Sprinkle some extra flour onto a flat surface and knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Feel free to sprinkle additional flour on the surface as needed.

4. 4

   Allow the dough to sit in a clean bowl covered with a towel for at least 30 minutes.

5. 5

   After dough has rested, heat the oil in frying pan over medium heat.

6. 6

   Create small balls of dough and roll out the dough into circles on a lightly-floured surface with a rolling pin or the palm of your hand. Be sure to not make them too thin.

7. 7

   Pierce each piece with a fork or sharp knife several times and then drop in hot oil.

8. 8

   Fry on each side until golden brown.

9. 9

   Allow to cool and drain on paper towel or brown paper bag.

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