2 1/4 c. yellow cornmeal
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. chopped onions, fine
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
Vegetable oil

Heat oil (1 inch) to 375 degrees. Mix cornmeal, salt, onion, baking soda. Drop by spoonful into hot oil. Fry until brown, about 2 minutes. Makes 2 dozen.