1 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
1 c. buttermilk
1/4 c. vegetable oil

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Add egg, buttermilk and 3 tablespoons oil, stirring until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour remaining oil in cast iron skillet. Heat on top of stove until very hot. Remove from stove and spoon in batter. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.