Mamaliga (Cornmeal Mush that Resembles Pudding)

Ingredients

• •1 cup yellow corn meal
• •2 cups water
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •Corn or sesame oil or margarine, optional

Directions

1. 1Bring the water to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Add the salt, then sprinkle in the corn meal, stirring constantly.
2. 2Reduce the heat and cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until thick but still a liquid, about 20 to 30 minutes.
3. 3Pour into a shallow bowl and allow to set, either on the counter or in the refrigerator.
4. 4When firmed up, cut into wedges and serve, or brown the wedges in a frying pan in a little oil or margarine before serving.