Recipe Corner – Aug. 12, 2026

Tying in with this week’s All Things Oregon, have a go at making one of these authentic Oregon Trail recipes!

Johnnycake (cornmeal pancakes)

Ingredients

  • 1 cups stone-ground cornmeal (white or yellow)
  • 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • butter, oil, or bacon grease for frying

Directions

  1. Combine the cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl.Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan. Gradually…