Exploring Rhode Island Cuisine

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Johnny cakes

Johnny cakes are a cornmeal pancake-like food that originated with Native Americans and have been eaten for centuries. They are a traditional part of Rhode Island's cuisine and are also a specialty in Saint Martin

Johnny Cakes are a cornmeal flatbread that was created by Native Americans. And no, they weren't named after a guy named John. They've been known by many names. They were called journey cakes because they were filling and could be carried and baked on a journey.

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