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Ingredients

  • 3 c. self-rising cornmeal
  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 1/4 c. buttermilk
  • 2 Tbsp. bacon drippings

Method

  • Combine all dry ingredients.
  • Add milk, onion and bacon drippings. Spread batter evenly 1/2-inch thick on a flat surface with pancake spatula.
  • Using a knife, push a 1/2-inch wide "finger" of batter off the pancake spatula and into the hot oil.
  • As hush puppies float, turn them.
  • Keep repeating until all the batter is used.
  • Drain on a paper towel.