The water should be on the boil as it is stirred in to make a thick batter.
If it is too solid add more boiling water. Stand for five minutes and then stir in the oil.
Place spoonfuls of the batter on a well greased baking tray and spread out into 3 inch / 8 cm rounds.
Bake in a preheated oven, gas mark 6, 400F, 200C, for 15 minutes until golden brown.
Serve hot.
Variations
Corn pones are thicker. Spoon 2 tablespoons of batter for each pone onto the baking tray and don't spread them out. They should be brown round the edges when cooked.