1 c. cornmeal
1 c. all purpose flour
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
1 egg
1/4 c. vegetable shortening

Combine dry ingredients, add milk, egg and shortening. Beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Bake on greased 8 inch square baking pan in preheated hot oven (425 degrees) for 20 to 25 minutes.