ARTIFICIAL OYSTERS

2 eggs
3/4 cup flour
Pinch salt
Pinch pepper
2 cups whole-kernel corn
Oil, for frying

In mixing bowl, beat eggs. Add flour gradually, mixing until smooth. Add seasonings and corn; mix thoroughly. If too thick, add a little water.

Form into 6 balls and flatten into oyster shapes. Heat some oil in skillet and fry "oysters" until slightly brown on both sides.

Makes 6 pieces
Source: The Civil War Cookbook by William C. Davis