Hush Puppies
["vegetable oil", "1 1/2 c. white corn meal", "1/2 c. all-purpose flour", "2 tsp. baking powder", "1 tsp. salt (optional)", "3/4 c. milk", "1/2 c. finely chopped onion", "1 egg, beaten"]
["Heat 2 inch deep oil to 375\u00b0.", "Combine remaining ingredients; mix well.", "Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls into hot oil, frying a few at a time until golden brown.", "Drain on paper towels.", "Makes about 2 dozen."]
["vegetable oil", "white corn meal", "all-purpose", "baking powder", "salt", "milk", "onion", "egg"]