Fried Cornmeal Mush

Ingredients

• 4 cups water, divided
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Oil for frying
• Maple syrup

Preparation

1. Boil 3 cups water.
2. Combine 1 cup water with cornmeal and salt.
3. Add cornmeal mix to boiling water. Stir until mixture returns to a boil.
4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour into a greased 4x8 loaf pan.
6. Chill for 8 hours or overnight.
7. Slice and fry until browned on each side.
8. Serve with syrup.

Adapted from a Taste of Home recipe.