Hasty Pudding

Hasty Pudding is a traditional cornmeal mush, often sweetened and cooked with milk or water, that has deep roots in early American colonial cuisine, particularly in New England. It is typically made from cornmeal, water or milk, and sweeteners like molasses or maple syrup, and can be served either hot as a porridge or chilled and sliced. This simple, hearty dish was a staple for its ease of preparation and long shelf life.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Hasty Pudding is primarily a carbohydrate-rich dish due to its cornmeal base, providing energy but generally low in protein and fat unless enriched with additions like eggs or butter. A standard serving offers a modest amount of iron and B vitamins from the cornmeal, with a calorie range roughly between 150-250 per cup, depending on added ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	400 mg
Iron	3 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Vitamin D	1 µg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Hasty Pudding is celebrated in the famous 'Hasty Pudding' satirical poem by John Adams and was a symbol of colonial self-sufficiency, while nutritionally, its simplicity made it a reliable source of sustenance during times of scarcity.