Arky
Senior Cook
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- Jul 18, 2009
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Johnny cakes can be either sweet or savory. Most people think of them as a poor man's pancake, fried until the edge is nice and crispy (about 3-1/2 - 4 minutes per side on high heat), served with butter and syrup. But they can also be used as a base to a savory dish much like polenta, only with a slightly crunchy texture, which is what I prefer. A touch of fish with a little sauce on a crispy Johnny cake is different and pleasurable. - Enjoy!!