1 c. cornmeal
1 egg
2 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. soda
1 c. buttermilk

Mix all ingredients together. Mix well. Fry until golden brown on each side in small amount of oil. If using self-rising meal omit the salt and baking powder.

FLUFFY HUSH PUPPIES:

Add medium onion, chopped, to mixture above. Cut buttermilk to 3/4 cup. Deep fry. Drop by teaspoonful.