Cornmeal

Cornmeal gives these blini a slightly crunchy texture that is perfect with the salsa.

Anadama bread, a traditional New England yeast bread made with cornmeal and molasses (said to have been created by a woman from Massachusetts named Anna), is the inspiration for the following muffins. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Here's a perfect way to have the taste of fried oysters without all the extra fat. If the oysters are very large, cut them in half before coating them with the cornmeal.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Add eggs and fruit for a nice menu.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 25 min

I first created this recipe at Routh Street Cafe in 1984. I've since had it on menus at five different restaurants in some form or another. It's also delicious when spread with a mixture of one part jalapeño jelly and three parts cream cheese whipped together. It's also best served warm.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Consider this delicious dish as a vegetarian main course, too.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Half of one of these loaves is enough for the croutons for the White Bean and Ham Hock Soup with Arugula.