1 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
2 to 3 tbsp. bacon drippings

Combine dry ingredients; add egg and buttermilk, mixing well. Grease a 9 inch cast iron skillet with bacon drippings; heat in a 400 degree oven for 3 minutes or until very hot.

Pour batter into hot skillet, and bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8 to 10 servings.