Break claws off the live crab. Leave the legs (4 or 5). Holding the legs, reach around and pull off the shell. Remove the devils fingers (gills) under running water.

Fry about a hand full of fat back until the grease cooks out. Remove fat back and saute’ onion until tender. add 3 cups water. Put in 8 raw cleaned crabs. Cook 1 minute. Mix 1 cup corn meal with water until smooth and add to stew. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook until meal is done. Serve in bowls.

Serves 4.