Old-fashioned Rhode Island Johnnycakes

1. Preheat the oven to 475F / 250?C. 2. Place the corn meal in a mixing bowl and add the salt and butter. 3. Pour the boiling water over the corn meal and stir immediately. It is crucial that the water be boiling when it is poured. Add milk and stir unil well mixed. 4. Melt the butter in a 8" or 9" round cake tin. Grease the sides of the pan and pour in the batter. Place the pan over heat until the batter begins to bubble around the edges. 5. Place the pan in the oven. Bake for about 30 minutes. After the first 10 minutes, dot with butter if desired.