1 c. cornmeal
1 c. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 c. milk
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1 lb. wieners

Sift together dry ingredients. Beat egg slightly, add milk and stir into first mixture. Add melted shortening. For deep frying, dip wieners in batter, holding with fork or skewer. Drain excess batter over bowl. Fry at 375 degrees in a wire basket until golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper.