1 c. all-purpose flour
2/3 c. cornmeal
1 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. melted bacon drippings
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 egg, beaten
1 - 1 1/4 c. buttermilk
1 lb. frankfurters
Vegetable oil
Prepared mustard, catsup, picante sauce (optional)

Mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt together in a bowl. Mix together egg, buttermilk and soda then mix into flour mixture and mix well.

Cut frankfurters into 10 pieces. Dip frankfurter sections into batter, covering completely. Drop into about 3 or 4 inches deep hot oil (375 degrees). Cook until golden brown, turning one time. Drain on paper towels. Serve with mustard, catsup or picante sauce.