hoecake (Meaning)
hoecake (n)
thin usually unleavened johnnycake made of cornmeal; originally baked on the blade of a hoe over an open fire (southern)
hoecake (n.)
A cake of Indian meal, water, and salt, baked before the fire or in the ashes; -- so called because often cooked on a hoe.
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hoecake Sentence Examples
- The aroma of freshly baked hoecakes wafted through the kitchen, beckoning everyone to the table.
- The Native American tradition of cooking hoecakes on a hot stone has been passed down through generations.
- Hoecakes have a unique cornmeal flavor and a slightly crispy texture.
- Cornmeal, water, and salt are the only three ingredients needed to make a traditional hoecake.
- Hoecakes can be served as a bread substitute or as a side dish with soup or beans.
- Hoecakes were a staple food for many Southerners during the Civil War.
- The term "hoecake" is thought to have originated from the Native American word "a-poan."
- Hoecakes can be topped with butter, honey, or syrup for sweetness.
- The flat shape of hoecakes makes them perfect for grilling or frying.
- Cornmeal hoecakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
FAQs About the word hoecake
thin usually unleavened johnnycake made of cornmeal; originally baked on the blade of a hoe over an open fire (southern)A cake of Indian meal, water, and salt,
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The aroma of freshly baked hoecakes wafted through the kitchen, beckoning everyone to the table.
The Native American tradition of cooking hoecakes on a hot stone has been passed down through generations.
Hoecakes have a unique cornmeal flavor and a slightly crispy texture.
Cornmeal, water, and salt are the only three ingredients needed to make a traditional hoecake.
