Nutmeg Syrup Cornmeal Batter Bread

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp syrup
• 3 tbsp shortening
• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• 3/4 cup flour
• 2 well-beaten eggs
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/4 cups milk

Method

1. 1 Place cornmeal, nutmeg, salt, syrup, and shortening in a mixing bowl.
2. 2 Pour boiling water over the mixture and beat to blend thoroughly.
3. 3 Let the mixture cool slightly, then add flour, eggs, baking powder, and milk.
4. 4 Beat to mix thoroughly, then pour into a well-greased baking dish.
5. 5 Bake in a hot oven (425°F) for 30 minutes.
6. 6 Serve directly from the dish.