Hominy Gems
Simple hominy gems, a basic recipe for a side dish or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Hominy, cooked (Canned or freshly prepared)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted (For greasing the pan)
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Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Grease a muffin tin or gem pan with melted butter.
- 3In a bowl, combine the cooked hominy and salt. Mix well.
- 4Spoon the hominy mixture into the prepared muffin tin or gem pan, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- 5Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the gems are lightly golden brown and set.
- 6Let the hominy gems cool slightly in the pan before removing and serving.
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