How to Make Hot Water Cornmeal Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a simple and delicious bread recipe to add to your baking repertoire, then look no further than Hot Water Cornmeal Bread. This traditional Southern recipe is an absolute staple in many households, and for good reason. It's easy to make, requires minimal ingredients, and is great for serving as a side to a variety of dishes.

Hot Water Cornmeal Bread has a unique, slightly crumbly texture and a subtle, sweet flavor that pairs well with both savory and sweet topping...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • ⅔ cup molasses
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup margarine
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 4 cups cold water
  • ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 20 ½ cups bread flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 72
  • Yield: 4 loaves and 2 dozen rolls

  • Place boiling water into a large mixing bowl. Stir cornmeal slowly into boiling water to make mush, stirring constantly to eliminate large lumps. Add baking soda to molasses, and beat until light and foamy. Add molasses mixture to cornmeal mixture. Mix in butter or margarine and salt. Stir in cold water to make mixture lukewarm. Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water, and add to cornmeal mixture. Gradually add flour.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth. Place in a large greased bowl. Grease the top of the dough. Cover with a damp cloth, and allow to rise until doubled.
  • Punch down dough, and divide into 6 parts. Shape 4 parts into loaves, and place in 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Use the remaining dough to make into 2 dozen rolls. Allow to rise until doubled.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes, or until brown.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 220mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 91mg