"These crispy, perfect hush puppies take a tour of Polish eateries by virtue of being stuffed with garlicky kielbasa sausage, sauerkraut, minced onion and shredded cheese. Eat them as a stand alone snack or appetizer, or serve alongside stews, soups, salads or chilis...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 inches of canola, peanut or vegetable oil, or lard in a high-sided, heavy-bottomed pot or skillet (or an electric deep fryer)
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1¼ cups cornmeal
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¾ cup all purpose flour
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1 tablespoon sugar
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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1 cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
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1 large egg
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6 ounces (1/2 of a package) fully cooked Kielbasa sausage
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1 cup sauerkraut, squeezed completely dry in a towel
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1 cup shredded extra sharp Cheddar cheese
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½ a small onion