Corn Pone

Bring a taste of Southern tradition to your table with this simple yet satisfying Corn Pone recipe, a time-honored favorite that's as versatile as it is delicious. Crafted from just a handful of pantry staples, including hearty cornmeal, a pinch of salt, and your choice of vegetable oil or smoky bacon drippings, this dish is a celebration of rustic cooking at its finest. The dough is shaped into golden, crispy-edged patties, first pan-seared to perfection and then baked in a cast-iron skillet for a fluffy, tender interior. It's an easy, 30-minute recipe with limitless possibilities—serve your corn pone warm as a stand-alone snack, pair it with savory soups or stews, or enjoy it as a side for your classic comfort meals. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this six-serving recipe is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Southern flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Boiling water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil or bacon drippings

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the salt.

Step 3

Gradually pour the boiling water into the cornmeal mixture, stirring constantly until a thick, smooth dough forms.

Step 4

Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to allow the cornmeal to fully absorb the water.

Step 5

Using your hands or a spoon, shape the dough into flat, oval-shaped patties about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil or bacon drippings in a cast-iron skillet or oven-safe pan over medium-high heat.

Step 7

When the oil is hot, carefully place the cornmeal patties into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, flipping the patties halfway through for even cooking.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the corn pone cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a standalone treat or as a side to your favorite main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(790.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1725.1

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2388mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 8mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 568mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 71.3%