Ingredients:
1 cup cornmeal ( stoneground preferred)
1 cup buttermilk
1 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon shortening
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Mix all ingredients together.
Pour into a pre-heated, oiled or greased 8-9″ iron skillet.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Add corn, jalapenos, bacon, etc. for variety.
Pouring the batter into the hot skillet gives it a crisp crust.
Servings: 2-4
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 25 min.