1 lb. catfish nuggets
1 c. buttermilk
1 1/2 c. self - rising flour
1/2 tsp. Beau Monde seasoning or
1/4 tsp. celery salt
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
Vegetable shortening

Put catfish nuggets in a bowl. Stir in buttermilk; set aside to marinate 30 minutes. Combine flour, Beau Monde, salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Drain catfish nuggets and dredge with flour mixture. Deep fry a few nuggets at a time, in 370 to 375 degrees vegetable shortening, until nuggets are golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain nuggets on paper towels. Serve immediately. Yields: 4 servings.