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Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
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Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush - How to Cook Fried Mush

Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: amish fried mush, bob evans's fried mush, cornmeal mush, fried cornmeal mush, fried mush, how to cook fried mush, old fashioned fried cornmeal mush
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 111kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 2 - 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 - 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Combine 3 cups water, milk and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cold water and yellow cornmeal.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Stir cornmeal mixture into boiling water; contine to stir until it returns to a boil
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and partially cover, cooking for 30 minutes, stirring often.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Pour into a greased loaf pan or a loaf pan lined in plastic wrap. Cover the top with plastic, and refrigerate until firm, a minimum of 12 hours.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Slice cornmeal loaf in 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Heat butter and vegetable oil in a skillet and fry until brown and crisp on both sides.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.
  • Drain slices on paper towel to remove excess oil. Serve topped with maple syrup.
    Old Fashioned Fried Cornmeal Mush is a recipe from the past generation. Often thought of as an Amish recipe, cornmeal mush is easy to make.  Follow these simple instructions for how to cook fried mush.

Notes

  • Be sure to partially cover the cornmeal mush mixture as it simmers to prevent big splatters all over your kitchen. 
  • For a creamier center, cut the slices thicker more around 1/2 inch.  Or, if you like the crispness, cut them smaller around 1/4 inch thick. 
  • Refrigerate the cornmeal mush loaf covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 
  • Serve with Old Fashioned Pancake Syrup. 
  • The nutritional information below is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg