1/2 lb. sausage or bacon, diced
1/2 c. sifted flour
3 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. cornmeal
1 egg, beaten
3 tbsp. melted butter
3/4 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. canned Mexican style corn, drained
1/4 c. canned green chilies, drained & diced

Fry sausage or bacon until crisp. Drain and save drippings. Sift next 4 ingredients. Stir in cornmeal. Combine egg, butter and buttermilk; combine with dry ingredients, corn, chilies and sausage or bacon. Mix until just blended. Do not overheat. Batter will be stiff.

In a 10 inch cast iron skillet, heat drippings, approximately 1/8 inch deep, over medium heat until sizzling. Spoon batter over skillet. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes.