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Patti Labelle Hot Water Cornbread Recipe

Patti Labelle Hot Water Cornbread Recipe

Patti LaBelle's hot water cornbread is an authentic soul food classic. This Southern-style dish has been around for generations and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Patti Labelle Hot Water Cornbread, Patti Labelle Hot Water Cornbread Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 1302kcal
Author: Rebecca Novak

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Medium spoon

Ingredients

  • Canola Oil, Two Cups
  • Sugar, One Teaspoon
  • Thinly Sliced Green Onions, One-Fourth of a Cup
  • Water, Two Cups
  • Salt, One and a Half Teaspoons
  • Fresh Thyme Leaves, Two Teaspoons
  • Yellow Cornmeal, Two Cups

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch by 8-inch baking dish with canola oil.
  • In a large bowl, combine two cups of canola oil, two cups of yellow cornmeal, one and a half teaspoons of salt, one teaspoon of sugar, one-fourth cup of thinly sliced green onions, and two teaspoons of fresh thyme leaves.
  • In a separate bowl or measuring cup, stir together two cups of hot water and one teaspoon of canola oil.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread out evenly. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

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Notes

- Make sure to use high-quality cornmeal for the best results.
- If you want a touch more sweetness, add an extra teaspoon of sugar to the batter.
- You can also experiment with different herbs like rosemary or oregano in place of the thyme.
- Let the cornbread cool completely before cutting into it, as it will become more solid as it cools.

Nutrition

Calories: 1302kcal
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