BAHAMAS: JOHNNY CAKE (CORN BREAD)

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Johnny cake is served throughout The Bahamas so it's not uncommon to find a variety of distinctive tastes. Different places and different islands have different recipes. This version is served at the Cricket Club, and is a standard, simple version.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Other Breads

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c flour
3/4 c cornmeal
3/4 tsp salt
1 egg, beaten
5 tsp baking powder
1/3 c sugar
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  • 2. Mix all dry ingredients together. Add egg, milk and oil to dry mixture and blend well.
  • 3. Pour into 8 inch square pan. Bake 30-35 minutes until slightly brown on top.
  • 4. Serve hot or cold with butter, honey or preserves.

maheen mano queen
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Yum!


Atamelang Mahaha
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These Johnny cakes were a bit bland for my taste. I think they needed more seasoning or maybe some honey butter to liven them up.


Sk Fardin
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I'm from the Bahamas and I can say that these Johnny cakes are the real deal! They taste just like the ones my grandmother used to make. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Mayte Martinez
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Amazing!!


Samiir Adan
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These Johnny cakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I may have overcooked them. However, the flavor was still good, and I would be willing to try them again if I could get the cooking time right.


Rin Johnson
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I'm not usually a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind! The Johnny cakes were moist and flavorful, with a crispy outer crust that I couldn't resist. I'll definitely be making these again.


Momo Taylor
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These Johnny cakes were a hit at my last cookout! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly golden brown. My friends couldn't stop raving about how delicious they were.


Eric Murphy
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I've always been a fan of Johnny cakes, but this Bahamas version is something else! The addition of cornmeal gives it a delightful texture and flavor that I'd never experienced before. The taste is a perfect balance between sweet and savory, and it p