This is a simple way to prepare and enjoy catfish. Cornmeal is the key ingredient here and it makes a delicious difference!

1-cup cornmeal
1-teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 catfish fillets (1/2 pound each)
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
Vegetable oil, enough to cover 12-inch skillet at ½ inch deep

1. Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
2. Combine cornmeal, salt and peppers. Dredge catfish in flour and then dip in egg mixture. Coat the fish with cornmeal mixture.
3. Fry 2 fish at a time until golden, about 6 minutes on each side. Keep catfish warm in a 275-degree oven.

Serves 4