
A historical side dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Serve with plenty of butter and powdered sugar
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Cut the corn from the cob, and put into a bowl with a cup of milk to every cup of corn, a half cup of flour, one egg, a pinch of salt, and a little butter
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Mix well into a thick batter
Fry in small cakes in very hot butter
Serve with plenty of butter and powdered sugar
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The milk and egg create a custard-like binding matrix that holds the corn kernels in suspension while the flour provides structure through gluten development. Frying in very hot butter creates a Maillard reaction on the exterior, producing a golden crust that contrasts beautifully with the sweet, tender corn interior. The small amount of flour relative to liquid yields tender cakes rather than dense pancakes, while the natural starches in the corn contribute additional binding power.
The batter can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Stir gently before cooking, as the flour may settle. The batter may thicken slightly when cold; thin with 1-2 tablespoons of milk if needed. For best texture, bring to room temperature for 15 minutes before frying.
Store cooked cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set over a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness, or reheat in a skillet with a small amount of butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side. These cakes do not freeze well due to their high moisture content.
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The batter can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. Stir gently before cooking, as the flour may settle. The batter may thicken slightly when cold; thin with 1-2 tablespoons of milk if needed. For best texture, bring to room temperature for 15 minutes before frying.
Store cooked cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set over a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness, or reheat in a skillet with a small amount of butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side. These cakes do not freeze well due to their high moisture content.