Step 1

In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, sugar and softened butter.

Step 2

Stir in just enough boiling water until the batter sticks together. You want it to be the consistency of mashed potatoes.

Step 3

Heat oil in a cast iron pan or skillet over medium high heat.

Step 4

Wet your hands with cold water (so the batter does not stick) add about 2 tablespoons batter into the palm of your hand.

Step 5

Flatten the batter into a small pancake shape then gently drop into hot oil.

Step 6

Fry each cornbread until lightly brown and crisp; turn with a spatula, and then brown the other side about 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

Remove and drain on paper towels and serve immediately.