3 tbsp. bacon fat
2 c. white cornmeal
3 tbsp. flour
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. sugar, optional
1/2 tsp. salt
1 3/4 c. buttermilk
1 egg, beaten

Heat oven to 425 degrees. In 10 inch oven proof skillet or 8 or 9 inch square baking pan, melt drippings in oven; tilt skillet to coat bottom evenly.

Combine dry ingredients. Add melted drippings, milk and egg; mix just until blended. Pour into hot skillet; bake 20-25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.