hoecake
/ˈhoʊˌkeɪk/
noun
- A type of flatbread made from cornmeal, water or milk, and salt, traditionally cooked on a griddle or in a skillet. Originally cooked on a hoe blade over a fire.
- The pioneers made hoecakes over an open fire using cornmeal and water.
- I tried a southern-style hoecake recipe that was crispy on the outside and soft inside.
- For breakfast, Grandma served hoecakes with butter and honey.
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