1 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 c. corn meal
1 tsp. salt
4 tsp. baking powder
1 egg, well beaten
1/4 c. molasses
1 c. milk
1/4 c. melted shortening

Mix and sift dry ingredients. Combine egg, molasses and milk; stir into dry ingredients. Stir in melted shortening. Bake in a greased 8 inch square pan or muffin pans at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.