1 c. flour
1 c. buttermilk
1 egg
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. butter, melted or Crisco oil
1 tsp. salt (optional)

Mix egg and buttermilk in bowl. Add sugar and salt (if desired) and mix. Put flour, soda, and baking powder in cup and mix in bowl. Add oil or butter and mix until lumps are gone. Fry in pan or griddle on low to medium heat. Makes 5 to 6 (6 inch) cakes. Double recipe for more people. Serves 2.