How to Make Old-Fashioned Johnny Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic comfort food, few things beat a warm and comforting cornbread. And when it comes to traditional cornbread, Old-Fashioned Johnny Cake is a standout. This simple yet delicious recipe has been a staple in American households for generations, and it's easy to see why.

Johnny Cake, also known as cornbread, is a simple and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side, a snack, or even a dessert. It's perfect for serving alongside a bowl of chili, as a complement to ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ tablespoons shortening, melted
  • 1 cup boiling milk
  • 1 egg, separated

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  • Sift cornmeal and flour together and spread thinly on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until lightly brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Raise oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine cornmeal mixture, salt, sugar and baking powder. Pour in shortening and milk; stir to blend.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat egg white until stiff. In a third bowl, beat egg yolk then fold into egg white. Gently stir flour mixture into beaten egg. Pour into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Nutrition

    81 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 142mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 59mg