1 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. cornmeal
1 heaping tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
Pinch cayenne
1 c. milk
1 egg
1/4 c. melted butter
1 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese

1. Stir together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and cayenne.

2. Beat egg with milk and butter; add to dry ingredients and stir to moisten.

3. Stir in 1 cup of cheese and spoon into greased muffin cups.

4. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

5. Bake 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes.

6. Serve hot with butter or freeze and reheat before serving.

7. Yield: 8 large muffins.

NOTE: For a yummy variation, add 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon to the batter.