Gluten-Free Sweet Corn Bread

Ingredients

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• 1 cup cornmeal
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• 1 teaspoon salt
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• 1 teaspoon white sugar
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• ¾ cup boiling water
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• 1 tablespoon bacon grease
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• 1 cup bacon grease, or as needed
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Instructions

1. 1
   Gather all ingredients.
2. 2
   Combine cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Add boiling water and 1 tablespoon bacon grease; stir until bacon grease melts.
3. 3
   Pour bacon grease to a depth of 1/2-inch in a large skillet; heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
4. 4
   Shape cornmeal mixture into 12 flattened balls using a heaping tablespoon as a measuring guide.
5. 5
   Fry, turning once, in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.