MOM'S HOT WATER CORNBREAD
Self-rising cornmeal
Boiling water
Oil for frying (butter- flavored Crisco is good)
Nothing in this recipe is measured. Depending on the amount of cornbread you want to make, pour cornmeal in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over cornmeal and stir quickly. Batter should be very thick. Drop by rounded spoonfuls into hot cooking grease. Fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot. Similar to Hush Puppies, only better.
Does this sound like what you were trying to make? I have never heard of Hot Water Cornbread before.
My favorite is some Jiffy Cornbread made in a dutch oven.
Here is some I made last year in a skillet.
