1 1/3 c. self-rising flour, sifted
1 1/3 c. white cornmeal (plain, not a mix)
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. buttermilk or 1 tbsp. vinegar mixed with 1 c. milk
1 c. water
2 tbsp. oil (for top)

Grease a cold iron skillet or pan well with shortening. Sift flour, salt and baking powder into mixing bowl. Add cornmeal and mix well. Add buttermilk and part of water to make a thick batter. Beat until lumps are removed. Add remaining water and blend well.

Pour into skillet. Carefully, drizzle oil over top of batter. Using back of mixing spoon, spread oil over surface of batter. Bake at 450 degrees for 25 minutes. If not brown enough, put under broiler for a couple of minutes. Serve hot.