1/4 c. bacon drippings
2 c. cornmeal
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. buttermilk
3/4 c. cracklings

Heat drippings in a 10 inch cast iron skillet until hot. Combine dry ingredients; stir in eggs and buttermilk. Add cracklings and hot drippings; mix well. Pour batter into hot skillet. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.