Corn Mush
Savor the timeless simplicity of homemade corn mush, a rustic comfort food that’s as versatile as it is wholesome. Made with just yellow cornmeal, water, salt, and a touch of butter, this creamy dish is the perfect warm breakfast or side for any meal. Using a cornmeal slurry ensures a smooth, lump-free texture, while slow simmering brings out its velvety consistency. Ready in just 25 minutes, this budget-friendly recipe is easy to prepare and endlessly customizable—add a drizzle of syrup or honey for sweetness, or keep it savory for pairing with your favorite entrees. Ideal for cozy mornings or hearty suppers, corn mush is a nostalgic classic that never goes out of style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 3 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- optional syrup or honey (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and the salt to a gentle boil over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 cup of cold water with the cornmeal to form a smooth slurry. This helps prevent the cornmeal from clumping when added to the hot water.
While whisking continuously, slowly pour the cornmeal slurry into the boiling water. Keep stirring vigorously to ensure a lump-free mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon to prevent sticking. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the mush thickens to your desired consistency.
Once thickened, stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated for added richness.
Serve the corn mush hot in individual bowls. You can enjoy it plain or drizzle syrup or honey on top for a touch of sweetness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.8 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
