Poor Man Hoecakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup of cornmeal
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 cup of buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 tablespoon of vinegar)
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons of melted butter
• Butter, for serving
• Syrup or honey, for drizzling
• Optional: Chopped green onions or jalapeños
• Optional: Fruits like blueberries or bananas

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: buttermilk, beaten egg, and melted butter.
3. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
4. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or butter.
5. Pour batter onto the skillet using a ladle, forming small pancakes. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
6. Flip the hoecakes carefully using a spatula and cook the other side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
7. Serve hot with butter and your choice of syrup or honey.