Traditional American Cornmeal Mush

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Whisk the cornmeal into the cold water to make a lump-free slurry.

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1 cup cornmeal

1 cup cold water

3 cups boiling water

1 teaspoon salt

Butter or maple syrup, for serving

Use stone-ground cornmeal for better texture.

For a creamier version, substitute some water with milk or cream.

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