Hoe Cakes

"Fry a quick batch of Hoe Cakes in a cast iron skillet for an easy side dish recipe that pairs beautifully with all of your favorite Southern meals. Also called Johnny Cakes, these corn cakes are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey! Hoe Cakes are old-fashioned cornmeal griddle cakes, and they're the most basic of Southern breads. Also called "Johnny Cakes," they are traditionally served as a quick bread on the side of a lunch or dinner entrée. Hoe Cakes are great for soaking up pan juices and gravy, but they're also tasty with a pat of butter, a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, or a smear of apple butter. "

Preparation Time5 min

Cooking Time15 min

Cooking MethodSkillet