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Uncle Bill's Skillet Hot Water Cornbread

Uncle Bill's Skillet Hot Water Cornbread delivers crisp, golden edges with a tender, almost creamy center, highlighting the warm flavor of yellow cornmeal with a pinch of seasoned salt. It’s comforting and straightforward, perfect alongside beans, greens, or fried fish for a weeknight Dinner or a casual weekend spread. Serve hot to enjoy the contrast of crunchy exterior and soft interior.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Uncle Bill's Skillet Hot Water Cornbread
  1. 1

    Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.

  3. 3

    Put the cornmeal in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Slowly pour the boiling water into the cornmeal and stir until smooth.

  5. 5

    Stir the seasoned salt into the batter.

  6. 6

    Drop the batter by spoonfuls into the hot oil.

  7. 7

    Fry until the edges are brown, about 5 minutes, then flip the bread.

  8. 8

    Flatten with a spatula and fry until the bread is cooked through and the edges are brown, about 5 minutes.

  9. 9

    Drain on a paper towel.